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Cenla RV Park
Overview
Cenla RV Park offers a welcoming, family-owned atmosphere in the heart of the Iowa Great Lakes region. Established in 1971, this park focuses on providing a peaceful retreat for travelers exploring the natural beauty of Spirit Lake and its surrounding communities. Unlike high-traffic commercial resorts, it maintains a quiet, well-manicured charm that makes it a favorite for returning visitors seeking a reliable home base with a personal touch and a sense of community.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in Spirit Lake, Iowa, the park is perfectly positioned between the shores of Big Spirit Lake and the vibrant activity of West Okoboji. The surrounding area is characterized by lush greenery and the refreshing atmosphere of the lakes. Visitors will find themselves just a short drive from the water’s edge and the charming local shops of downtown Spirit Lake, while still enjoying a setting shielded from heavy highway noise and town congestion.
Amenities & Park Features
The park provides everything needed for a comfortable stay, featuring full hookup sites equipped with 30 and 50-amp electrical service. To ensure a premium experience, the park includes several key features:
- Level concrete patios and paved interior roads for easy access.
- Mature shade trees and well-maintained grassy areas at every site.
- Climate-controlled laundry and exceptionally clean restroom facilities.
These amenities ensure a functional and pleasant experience for all travelers, whether you are staying for a quick weekend getaway or the full summer season in a well-maintained environment.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to the Tatonka Ska Grasslands Trail, which is ideal for cycling and long afternoon walks. A short drive leads to the historic Arnolds Park Amusement Park, where families can enjoy vintage wooden roller coasters and live lakeside music. With several public boat ramps nearby, the park serves as an excellent starting point for world-class fishing or exploring the famous clear waters of the Iowa Great Lakes.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an excellent choice for active families and retirees who want to experience the excitement of the Okoboji area without staying in the middle of the noise. It is particularly well-suited for big-rig travelers who prioritize easy access, level sites, and dependable utilities. If you value a quiet night's sleep and a friendly environment over loud resort-style programming, this park offers the ideal balance of relaxation and recreation for your Iowa adventure.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Don Dietz
No cable TV company refusing to pay a three-year contract to Media Com should receive a discount when staying here for no total accommodations
Rick Koller
We wanted to just check out the area for one night they put together two sites so we could do so! People are great.Campground has lots to offer. Nice little store,and if they don’t have what you need a short walk to kwik Trip and you have it all!! Staff was very nice and super informative! We are so glad we stopped here and will be back! They don’t have a lot of overnight or weekender sites so call way ahead! trust me very worth it!!! Rick and lyn
Vera Banwart
Lots of shade trees! Nicely planned lots, plus ample parking, nice bathrooms with VERY clean showers, nice play area for children.
Daryl Lenz
Large spacious campground. Bathrooms are well maintained. But don't upset the management! Step out of line and they'll be on you. I wish that I could attach the phone message we received. It was very harsh and rude. We will not return to this campground.
Belinda Sanders
This was our first time in the area. The campground was recommended by friends. We loved staying and had NO issues. It is a very nice campground compared to others we have visited in the state. It has great sized lots, so you don’t feel crowded. There is extra room for parking if needed. The space was nice & level so it made for an easy set up. There is a cement patio area with your picnic table and a fire pit. Most lots are full hook up. Pool was an added plus for swimming with kids. Bathrooms/showers were clean & well kept. Staff was helpful with any questions we had. There is a gas station near by as well as the bike trail. Staff also offered us another spot near our friends when it became available. We plan to stay there again and definitely recommend to others!!
Ryan Pace
Worst campground we have been to in the past 5 years of owning a camper. The point of camping is for a moment to break away from the norms of society and all the rules and regulations we live by and get out in nature and relax....you will not find that here as management is extremely rude and on a huge power trip and will micro manage your entire stay if you don't abide by their over zealous set of rules. They might as well state that it's a semi retirement home for 50 yrs and older only to deter families, NOT family friendly park that includes dogs, management yelled at my kids for riding electric scooters, no kids at the playground as soon as the sun sets, lady is literally standing on the office balcony strictly enforcing that every night, was also screamed at and threatened to be kicked out for dogs playing with neighbors dogs. Worst was upon our departure I decided to talk to the manager to see what the problem seemed to be and she just talked over me the whole time and yelled and argued back. also right behind a gas station off busy road so very noisey. Would not recommend ! unless your one of them weird old campers that goes to a campground to just sit in your camper and watch TV all weekend.
Pattie Baker
Very nice campground. Nice size lots, so you don’t feel crowded when using the picnic table. Gravel parking spaces that were nice & level. Cement patio area with picnic table. Lots of trees so patio areas were shaded at least part of each day. Very clean & well kept, and staff was always ready to help or answer questions. We plan to stay there again.
Zoe Trosin
Alright, I love this place. it's beautiful, but we prefer tent camping, they had decided the rv campers deserve a shower and bathroom facility vs the tent campers. Why? they have bathrooms and showers in their campers, there's virtually no tent camping facilities unless you want to walk to the other end of the park to shower in the rv camping. I get it, going to the bathroom in nature is part of the outdoors. however. Id prefer to have a bathroom facility. Im sure other tent campers would really appreciate that.
Sam Stoller
Well placed next to center lake.
Danny Koppenhaver
Nice RV park. Wide space's. Full hookup, WiFi and cable. Very reasonable Nice owners. Close to everything in the Iowa lakes area. Would stay here again. There is some noise from the filling station near by. (Semi's) but not a killer.