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Saylorville Lake

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4Linked campgrounds
529Supported overnight records
529Sites with multi-field evidence
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A closer look at the destination

The Saylorville Lake Project is 26,000 acres, which stretches for over 50 miles up the Des Moines River Valley. A wide variety of recreational activities are available including fishing, picnic areas with group shelters, boat launches, an accessible fishing pier, river fishing, hunting, and a 24-mile paved, multipurpose trail used for biking, hiking, jogging, walking, and in-line skating.

Operator-supplied destination description. Amenities and restrictions may apply to the wider area rather than each campsite.

Different campground sizes

Site counts help compare the scale of the listed options. They do not measure crowding, privacy or how busy a place will feel.

25 or fewer sites
0
26–100 sites
2
Over 100 sites
2

What is documented across these sites?

Each count represents distinct site records with usable evidence in that decision group. A documented “No” counts as evidence; it does not count as a match for your trip.

Equipment
528
Length evidence
473
Party limits
529
Vehicle limits
529
Electrical service
474
Shade
316
Driveway details
379

Usable evidence may still need interpretation. Published length limits are screening clues, not a verified fit guarantee.

Operator directions
2.4 miles and becomes Hwy 415. Continue on Hwy 415 N to the lake area. OR From I-35/80: Take Exit 127 to Highway 141 N. Take Highway 141 N approximately 6 miles to exit 148 which is NW Saylorville Drive or Hwy 415. NW Saylorville Drive will lead into the lake area.

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67 supported campsite records

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Cherry Glen Campground

125 supported campsite records

125 sites with multi-field evidenceIowa · published-coordinate region

Prairie Flower Recreation Area

252 supported campsite records

252 sites with multi-field evidence
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