RV rental Lake Manawa State Park, IA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

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Lake Manawa State Park is a pristine oasis in the heart of the Omaha Metropolitan Area. The lake was formed by an oxbow in the Missouri River, which flooded in the late 1800s and created a 750-acre reservoir. Today, the park is one of the most popular outdoor recreation areas in the Midwest, with swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking just some of the activities on offer. The park draws its name from the Native American term meaning "peace and comfort," which you're guaranteed to find at Lake Manawa.

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Getting Outdoors

The 750-acre reservoir at Lake Manawa State Park provides a picturesque backdrop for swimming, boating, and fishing. Top up your tan on the sandy beach and cool off in the clear water. Picnic shelters dot the shoreline and are great for enjoying lunch with a view. Be sure to load up on Iowa delicacies like pork tenderloin and sweet corn. Group shelters can be reserved and are great if you're planning a family reunion, birthday party, or a wedding.

Camping near Lake Manawa State Park

While there's no camping at Lake Manawa State Park, you will find a good selection of RV parks in the Omaha metropolitan area. Most are set by rivers or lakes and promise a serene setting and plenty of peace and quiet. Riverwest Park is a local favorite, with sandy beaches, grassy campsites and direct access to the river. Across the border in Nebraska, Eugene T. Mahoney State Park features a scenic campground by the Platte River. Glenn Cunningham Lake is another picturesque option for RV camping near Lake Manawa State Park.

Exploring the Area

RV camping near Lake Manawa State Park is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with nature without venturing too far from the city. You're an easy drive from local attractions with the Omaha Metropolitan Area, including the Durham Museum and the bustling Old Market dining and entertainment district. Kids are guaranteed to love the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, where you can get up close with exotic animals and colorful sea creatures. In Council Bluffs, the Union Pacific Railroad Museum recalls the legacy of America's premier railroad.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

  • Hiking TrailLocation
  • Manawa Lake to Indian Creek Bike Trail, IALake Manawa State Park, IA
  • Valley View biking trail , IACouncil Bluffs, IA
  • Valley View Trail, IACouncil Bluffs, IA
  • Wabash Trace Nature Trail, IACouncil Bluffs, IA
  • Fontenelle Forest Trails, NEBellevue, NE
  • Iowa Riverfront Trail , IACouncil Bluffs, IA
  • Woodland Loop Trail, IACarter Lake, IA
  • Papillion Creek Trail: Haworth Park to Papillon Creek, NEBellevue, NE
  • Bob Kerrey , NEOmaha, NE
  • Field Club Trail, NEOmaha, NE

Recent RV rental reviews in Lake Manawa State Park

Chadwick S.

May, 2025

Donald is an incredible host. Even with a few issues he was very polite, quick to respond, very accommodating, his RV was just what we needed for our small family.
Marcelo D.

May, 2025

Jack was a great host. Very flexible and patient with first-time international travelers. Thanks for a great trip!
Ellen P.

April, 2025

Great Family Reunion
What a wonderful find Duane and his “Home Away From Home” collection was for our family reunion. We rented two of his campers - “Home Away From Home” and “Home Away From Home 2”, where he delivered and set up both at Indian Caves State Park. The campers were clean, everything worked and combined with our own RV we had three days of fun with seven adults and nine children nine and under. He even checked by phone after the first day to see how things were going. Very customer focused and we will use again.

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