Iowa · published-coordinate region
Prairie Ridge (Rathbun Lake)
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US Army Corps of Engineers55Supported overnight records
2Published site categories
55Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
Prairie Ridge Park is located 6 miles, SW of the Jct of Iowa Highway 5 and J18 at Moravia. Awesome Sunsets- No Extra Charge! Rathbun's off-the-beaten path park offers unique opportunities for lover's of the outdoors. Nestled between Buck Creek and Honey Creek, the high ridge offers wonderful vistas of the lake while surrounded by Iowa's Natural and enhanced prairie life community, with woodland draws and timbered hillsides.Recreation
Prairie Ridge Boat Ramp is protected on three sides and has been long popular with both motorized craft and a launching area for wind surfers and catamarans. A courtesy dock with fish cleaning station aid families on and off the water.Facilities
Fifty-four family friendly, Large, campsites are available in two seperate camp areas. Two shower houses, drinking water and RV dump stations is available. A modern playground offers activities for our younger visitors.Natural Features
Rathbun's most extensive trail, eight miles in length, takes hikers and bikers into Iowa's wild, and links to Iowa's Premier destination park at Honey Creek Resort.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (641) 647-2464.
Nearby Attractions
The park is within a few minutes of lake conveniences, bait, dining, and fuel.
Rathbun's fish hatchery is open to the public on weekdays. Groups are encouraged to make appointments.
14 minutes west, on Hwy S70, one of Southern Iowa's best off-roading opportunities is at the 125 Acre Rathbun OHV Park. There's even a tot lot beginner's area. Search Rathbun OHV Park on-line for actual dates of operation and applicable rules.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 55 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
55
Vehicle limit
55
Vehicle length
54
Driveway entry
54
Shade
49
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Electric
54
Group Standard Nonelectric
1
Operator directions
From Moravia, IA, travel 4 miles west on Highway J18, then south 2.5 miles on 200th Avenue (gravel). Follow signs into campground.
Campground-level source text. Confirm the current route and road conditions with the operator.
THE ACTUAL SITES
55 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 55 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site A01 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 52 ft Tent: 52 ft Trailer: 52 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A02 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A03 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A04 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 67 ft Tent: 67 ft Trailer: 67 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A05 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 62 ft Tent: 62 ft Trailer: 62 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A06 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 64 ft Tent: 64 ft Trailer: 64 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A07 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 59 ft Tent: 59 ft Trailer: 59 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A08 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 54 ft Tent: 54 ft Trailer: 54 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A09 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 56 ft Tent: 56 ft Trailer: 56 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A10 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 60 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 60 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A11 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A12 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 49 ft Tent: 49 ft Trailer: 49 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A13 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 58 ft Tent: 58 ft Trailer: 58 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A14 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A15 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 63 ft Tent: 63 ft Trailer: 63 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A16 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 63 ft Tent: 63 ft Trailer: 63 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A17 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A18 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 63 ft Tent: 63 ft Trailer: 63 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A19 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A20 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 63 ft Tent: 63 ft Trailer: 63 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A21 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A22 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 75 ft Tent: 75 ft Trailer: 75 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A23 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A24 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A25 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site A26 PRIP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B01 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B02 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B03 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 49 ft Tent: 49 ft Trailer: 49 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B04 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 52 ft Tent: 52 ft Trailer: 52 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B05 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B06 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 56 ft Tent: 56 ft Trailer: 56 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B07 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B08 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Not reported |
| Site B09 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 79 ft Tent: 79 ft Trailer: 79 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Not reported |
| Site B10 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 57 ft Tent: 57 ft Trailer: 57 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B11 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 55 ft Tent: 55 ft Trailer: 55 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Not reported |
| Site B12 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 59 ft Tent: 59 ft Trailer: 59 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Not reported |
| Site B13 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 75 ft Tent: 75 ft Trailer: 75 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Not reported |
| Site B14 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 75 ft Tent: 75 ft Trailer: 75 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Not reported |
| Site B15 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 57 ft Tent: 57 ft Trailer: 57 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B16 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 64 ft Tent: 64 ft Trailer: 64 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site B17 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 88 ft Tent: 88 ft Trailer: 88 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B18 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 67 ft Tent: 67 ft Trailer: 67 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B19 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 75 ft Tent: 75 ft Trailer: 75 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B20 PPL. Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 90 ft Tent: 90 ft Trailer: 90 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B21 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B22 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B23 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B24 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B25 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B26 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B27 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site B28 PUMP Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site PR Group Camp PRID Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Group Standard Nonelectric | Rv: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 72 people 18 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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