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Cedar River Campground (formerly Hunt's)
Overview
Cedar River Campground, formerly known as Hunt's, offers a classic Iowa camping experience along the scenic banks of the Cedar River in Tipton. This park serves as a welcoming retreat for those looking to reconnect with nature while maintaining the comforts of home. The transition to new ownership has maintained the peaceful, community-focused atmosphere that long-time visitors appreciate. Whether you are stopping for a night or staying for a season, the park provides a level of tranquility found only in the heart of the Midwest.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in the rolling landscapes of Cedar County, the park is defined by its direct riverfront access. The surrounding area is primarily agricultural, offering wide-open skies and a break from urban congestion. It is conveniently positioned near Highway 30, making it an easy detour for travelers crossing Iowa. The natural landscape provides a lush canopy of trees, offering shade for many sites and creating a serene riverside corridor that attracts local wildlife and provides a beautiful backdrop for morning walks.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground is well-equipped to handle various rig sizes with full hookup sites including 30 and 50-amp electrical service. Guests can take advantage of the private boat ramp, which is a centerpiece for recreation. On-site facilities include clean restrooms, showers, and a laundry room for extended stays. For families, the spacious playground area and the camp store provide essential convenience and entertainment. The park also features fire rings at each site, perfect for traditional evening gatherings under the stars.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to do, starting with tubing and kayaking directly from the park's banks. Fishing is another popular pastime for those looking to catch catfish or walleye. A short drive takes you to the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site in West Branch, offering a glimpse into presidential history. For a more urban excursion, Iowa City is within easy reach, providing access to diverse dining, the University of Iowa campus, and various cultural museums.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is ideal for active families and water sports enthusiasts who want to maximize their time on the river. It appeals to RVers seeking a social but relaxed environment where the pace of life slows down. Because of its quiet location and spacious sites, it is also a great fit for seasonal campers looking for a consistent summer home base. If you value direct water access and a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere, this campground is a perfect choice for your Iowa itinerary.
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User Reviews
Christy Velasquez
The campground was ok. Easy to pick a spot either online or do what we did which was drive around looking for a level open site and then book it online. A lot of the sites were very uneven and we had to try a few before finding one that wasn’t horrible. You are literally right next to the highway so expect a lot of noise. We didn’t use the facilities but the place is kinda rundown. Was ok for a quick one night stopover.
Renault Smith
ROAD NOISE, campground is 50 yards from I-80, closer than mose rest areas are to their interstate, so loud you can't hear yourself think. My spot was the closest to the interstate, maybe spots father away could be quieter but probably not much ELECTRIC, my 30amp service was OK, but its straight wired into their grid with no breaker, yes I have a surge protector but I fell more safe under a breaker box like every campground I've stayed at (36 states) PAD, my camper pad was unlevel gravel that I had to drive across 50' of grass to get into (spot E15), thank the lord it wasn't raining. The rest of the campground i can not give a fair review for i did not use it. It may be 5 star for some but with the road noise probably not. I have only given a two star review 2 times in my travels, most of my reviews are 4 or 5 star I've been to all the states west of the Mississippi (accept Alaska) and to all the eastern states except the New England ones and I always try to be fair to the campground owner in my reviews, but I believe in being truthful. The price was very reasonable and it is a beautiful looking, well maintained Campground.
Trisha Themas
This is right next to the highway so it is a little off-putting at first but that helps with the noise from others around you so no real noise complaints! The campground was awesome! Staff was amazing, super nice and helpful. There is so much for the kids to do. We stayed over Labor Day weekend there were 12 of us and we all had a great time! (Also campground is close enough to order Walmart delivery in case you forgot something 🙋🏼♀️) Kids ride bikes, swam in the pool, we all played mini golf, participated in a bags tournamanet, rode the hayrack ride and barrel train carts. We also did the 4 hour float down the cedar river! It was a fantastic weekend and we will be back!
Amy Schmidt
What a great stopover! Not far from the World's Largest Truck Stop, this campground has a pool, planned events including karaoke, decent pricing, dump station, sites with power & water...we did not have a reservation but Melissa was so gracious to get us into a site for the night as we were passing through back to Canada. We are not planners at all so this last minute stop was perfect for us. Friendly staff, great family atmosphere. Our first site was a bit more sloped than we had hoped and they were very willing to accommodate us by allowing us to pick another site, much appreciated!! If back through here again, we would camp here again but maybe stay longer to use the pool!! Site E 10 is fairly close to the highway but the sound of traffic didn't bother us. If you are a light sleeper, request a spot farther from the highway.
Mark J
Overall pretty good experience. We like the pool, mini golf and game room for the campers. We love our electric scooters and we were told (after many camping trips and camp ground that we cannot ride them, but the drinking and driving of golf carts is okay along with the electric bikes i kept seeing ride around) So unfortunately we will Not be back unless their electric scooter policy changes. God bless! 🙏🏻