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Located in south-central Iowa, Stephens State Forest is a fascinating ecosystem renowned for the rich recreational opportunities it provides to Chariton campers and locals alike. Just under a half-hour drive away from scenic Osceola and roughly 35 minutes from the history-filled town of Corydon, the forest is surrounded by exciting places to visit. Camp out in the forest for a fun-filled week of hiking, hunting, horseback riding, fishing, backpacking, and so much more.
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Getting Outdoors
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, then be sure to pick up a map of Stephens State Forest before heading out for a hike. As the forest encompasses a vast seven units, you’ll be sure to find an assortment of recreational trails and opportunities for all your vacation desires. Head over to the Lucas Unit for ten miles of hiking trails within a sweet pine and hardwood forest. Or, take advantage of the six miles of hiking at Woodburn Unit. Keep your eyes on the skies and you might catch sight of a bald eagle or a variety of delightful songbirds.
Camping at Stephens State Forest
Camping with an RV at Stephens State Forest gives you 64 reservable campsites to choose from. The 64 sites are spread across the Lucas Primitive Campground, Boy Scout Camp, Middle Campground, Mine Pond Campground, White Breast Equestrian Campground, and more. Of those, 42 sites are equestrian-friendly. The sites are spacious and comfortable, providing up to a 65-foot back-in length for your motorhome rental. You’ll love the opportunity to camp year-round at Stephens State Forest as the campsites are nestled inside the cozy forest for a rustic camping experience.
Exploring the Area
If you’re looking to learn more about the history of the surrounding area, then drive on over to Prairie Trails Museum in Corydon. With 25,000 artifacts inside a five-gallery brick building, the museum covers 21,000 square feet of fascinating history. Browse Heritage Barn, where a spectacular display of olden-day farmer tools and artifacts capture the attention with thousands of stories buried in each corner of the building.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Cinder Path, IAChariton, IA
- Volksweg Trail, IAKnoxville, IA
- Woodland Mounds Loop, IAIndianola, IA
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- Stephens State Forest Area Trails, IAHumeston, IA
- McVay- Summerset Trail, IAIndianola, IA
- Lake Ahquabi State Park Loop, IALake Ahquabi State Park, IA
- Tallgrass Loop Trail, IAPrairie City, IA
- Summerset Trail, IACarlisle, IA
- Yellow Banks Backpacker Trail, IADes Moines, IA
- CampgroundsLocation
- Marion County Park Campground, IAMarion County, IA
- Bridgeview (Rathbun Lake), IAAppanoose County, IA
- Whitebreast Camp, IAMarion County, IA
- Howell Station Campground, IAMarion County, IA
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- Prairie Ridge (Rathbun Lake), IAAppanoose County, IA
- Elk Rock Campground and Boat Ramp, IAMarion County, IA
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Recent RV rental reviews in Stephens State Forest
Mahdi D.
November, 2025
We had a fantastic experience with both the host and the RV. The host (Isa) was incredibly professional, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire rental process, and was even available during our trip to answer any questions we had. The RV itself was in excellent condition; clean, well-maintained, and extremely comfortable. We couldn’t have asked for a smoother or more enjoyable trip. Highly recommend!
Mark W.
November, 2025
We leveraged Ryan's RV for a family trip, where we needed some extra space for 2 adults and our Labrador, Hap. Ryan was super helpful throughout the week's stay. We had questions on propane for the heater (some of the first evenings were in the 20s), and Ryan was right there to answer and even offered to come out (was not required, but indicates a great host). As in previous reviews the RV was very well equipped with kitchen, bedding, towels, and everything. More like a hotel than an RV. Ryan set the RV up in our family's drive, so was ready to go the instant we arrived. Net, highly recommend and we'll be using again in future trips.
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