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One of the best ways to explore eastern central Iowa is to search for an RV in Johnson County, which encompasses Iowa City, just south of Cedar Rapids. In this county is Lake Macbride State Park, is a top tier camping location when you are renting an RV to check out the area. This state park was opened to the public in June of 1937 after the Iowa City Chamber of Commerce was able to raise funds to create it.
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Getting Outdoors
Central Iowa isn’t often raved about for its natural features, but it would be a mistake to assume this part of the state didn’t have its natural gems. RV camping at a state park in any state is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, and Iowa is no different. At Lake Macbride State Park, hiking is a major activity that many guests enjoy, and because of the five-mile crushed limestone trail that runs along the north side of the park, enjoying hiking is easy to do. This trail is a multi-use trail, is well maintained, and is popular with walkers, hikers, and bikers alike. Many sections of the trail run through the forest, while other parts take you right along the shores of the lake.
Camping at Lake Macbride State Park
Lake Macbride State Park is home to over 100 different campsites, each and every one of which is usable by those camping with an RV. These campsites are split up between two different campgrounds, the more modern of the two being the northern unit. This modern campground has full electrical hookups for each site, in addition to water and sewer, picnic tables, fire rings, and even lantern hooks. There are hot showers and flushing toilets centrally located, and even a trailer dump station should you need it.
Exploring the Area
When you camp in an RV near Iowa City, it would be foolish not to explore this major Iowan hub. This city is home to the Old Capitol Museum, which is one of the best places a guest can go to find information and exhibits on the local history. The museum is located in the former government center, which is an iconic building that has a beautiful gold dome atop it.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Lake MacBride State Park Trail, IASolon, IA
- Lake Macbride Nature Recreation Area, IALake Macbride State Park, IA
- Sugar Bottom Trail, IASolon, IA
- Coralville Reservoir - Woodpecker Trail - Linder & Squire Points, IACoralville Dam Recreation Area, IA
- Waterworks Prairie Park Trail, IAIowa City, IA
- Cedar Cliff Trail, IAMount Vernon, IA
- Clear Creek Trail, IAIowa City, IA
- Lake and Valley View Trail Loop, IAOxford, IA
- Prairie Park Fishery Trail, IACedar Rapids, IA
- Sac and Fox Trail, IACedar Rapids, IA
- CampgroundsLocation
- Lake Macbride Campground, IAJohnson County, IA
- Sugar Bottom Campground, IAJohnson County, IA
- West Overlook Campground, IAJohnson County, IA
- Tailwater East Campground, IAJohnson County, IA
- Wapsipinicon Campground, IAJones County, IA
- Shady Creek Campground, IAMuscatine County, IA
- Lake Darling Campground, IAWashington County, IA
- Maquoketa Caves Campground, IAJackson County, IA
- Scott County Park Campground, IAScott County, IA
- Backbone Campground, IADelaware County, IA
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Recent RV rental reviews in Lake Macbride State Park
Leah S.
September, 2025
The trip went great! Other than when we first got the van there was an obvious white stain on the blanket. We thankfully brought a blanket with us though so we could stash the dirty one away in the way back. Also figuring out how to plug into the electric at the campsite was strange because there was no other way to do it than to weave it through the open back window. Other than that it was a great trip and everything ran smoothly
Mindy S.
September, 2025
This camper van was perfect for our summer road trip through MO, KY, and IN. We camped and hiked our way through national forests and between the camper van and campground resources, we had everything we needed. The best part was pulling in to a campsite and having basically zero set up required!
Mark H.
September, 2025
Jennifer was very accommodating and helpful getting us, novice RVers, set up and rolling easily!
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