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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
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Recent RV rental reviews in Stephens State Forest
Susan H.
September, 2025
I loved the van. It road well and was very comfortable. The host delivered it and explained everything to me before I loaded it up. I had a great weekend camping trip!
Tonya S.
September, 2025
Isa is very professional and works easily with your needs. I rented this RV for a road trip for my sister who is terminally ill. We had all the comforts of home and in a compact yet spacious RV van. Isa was great with communication and available to answer any questions we had.
Isa thank you for your part in helping to bring my Sister so much joy and comfort.
This Ethos Entegra has all the comforts you need. Among the many that I found most satisfying
Blue tooth connection on the TV. With a freezer that kept popsicles frozen the entire time. And what else? Running water in the kitchen, as well as in the restroom. Making it nice to avoid cross-contamination. Easy to work shades and awning. Beautiful interior and lighting. Looks like the inside of a personal jet. Large windows give great views. Easy to run generator for power at any time.
The onboard back up battery power start and starlink satellite system gave me great relief knowing all the bases were covered (in case of an emergency). Extra outlets and charging ports were great as well. Driving security with a wide view camera that can be switched from mirror to camera easily with a switch. Drowsy driver alerts are one of the many safety features the RV has. Very easy to drive. Drove well through the mountains and high elevation.
Great vehicle and wonderful management.
I recommend this RV van with the strongest recommendation.
I would rent from Isa again.
The best practical thing about this RV is that you can park it almost anywhere! As you can see from our photos. We got a front row seat to everything!
Isa thank you for your part in helping to bring my Sister so much joy and comfort.
This Ethos Entegra has all the comforts you need. Among the many that I found most satisfying
Blue tooth connection on the TV. With a freezer that kept popsicles frozen the entire time. And what else? Running water in the kitchen, as well as in the restroom. Making it nice to avoid cross-contamination. Easy to work shades and awning. Beautiful interior and lighting. Looks like the inside of a personal jet. Large windows give great views. Easy to run generator for power at any time.
The onboard back up battery power start and starlink satellite system gave me great relief knowing all the bases were covered (in case of an emergency). Extra outlets and charging ports were great as well. Driving security with a wide view camera that can be switched from mirror to camera easily with a switch. Drowsy driver alerts are one of the many safety features the RV has. Very easy to drive. Drove well through the mountains and high elevation.
Great vehicle and wonderful management.
I recommend this RV van with the strongest recommendation.
I would rent from Isa again.
The best practical thing about this RV is that you can park it almost anywhere! As you can see from our photos. We got a front row seat to everything!
Bonnie B.
September, 2025
Rosanne was wonderful to deal with, very responsive and friendly. The camper was clean, and fairly well maintained. The toilet had a small leak but they were aware of it and let us know how to work around as there wasn't sufficient time to fix prior to our rental. No worries. The bed was very comfortable, and there is a ton of storage! Overall, very pleased and would recommend.
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