Hickory Haven Campground
Keokuk, Iowa
50 Tent Sites
Situated on 27 shaded acres just north of Keokuk, Iowa, Hickory Haven Campground has built a devoted following since 1993 by offering a well-rounded, family-friendly camping experience at the confluence of the Des Moines and Mississippi Rivers—one of the most historically significant waterways in the American Midwest. Half a mile off Highway 61/218 with quick access to both the river corridor and Keokuk's attractions, the campground combines full hookup sites, a well-equipped pavilion, and a range of activities that make it easy to fill a long weekend without leaving the property. The river culture of southeastern Iowa surrounds the entire experience.
Full hookup sites are shaded and well-maintained, with water, electric, and sewer hookups, picnic tables, and clean restrooms complemented by laundry facilities and a general store. A pavilion equipped with a fridge, griddle, BBQ grill, and gas fire pit makes group gatherings comfortable, and outdoor movie nights with popcorn add a social dimension to summer evenings. Walking trails wind through the property's wooded terrain, and a serene fishing pond provides immediate angling access. Pickleball courts, cornhole, a playground, a dog park, EV charging, and community fire pits round out an unusually complete amenity package for a property of this size.
The natural setting of southeastern Iowa has a quiet, river-valley beauty that rewards attention. The campground's heavy shade canopy—hickories, oaks, and cottonwoods—creates a cool, dappled atmosphere even on hot summer days, and the sounds of the property carry the character of a Midwestern camping tradition that goes back generations. Stargazing from the campground on clear nights is excellent, and the general pace of the grounds is unhurried in a way that contrasts pleasantly with busier resort destinations.
Keokuk sits at the confluence of the Des Moines and Mississippi Rivers and offers genuine historical depth. Lock and Dam No. 19, the largest lock on the entire Mississippi River system, is a local landmark worth visiting for the engineering spectacle alone. The Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge flanks the corridor with outstanding birding—bald eagles winter along the Keokuk stretch in impressive numbers—and the broader Great River Road connects to river towns in both directions. Mark Twain's hometown of Hannibal, Missouri, is less than an hour south for a deeper dive into Mississippi River literary and cultural history.
Hickory Haven Campground is a warm-weather operation that books up for summer weekends through a combination of loyal returning guests and destination campers drawn to the river country. The combination of full hookups, recreational amenities, a shaded natural setting, and proximity to the Mississippi makes it a standout campground in an often-overlooked corner of Iowa. Whether you're following the Great River Road, exploring the lock and dam culture of the upper Mississippi, or simply looking for a well-run campground with good shade and solid amenities, Hickory Haven delivers. Reserve your site and discover what southeastern Iowa's river country has to offer.
What does this place offer
- Bathrooms
- Community Fire Pit
- Corn Hole
- Dog Park
- Dump Station
- EV Charging
- Firewood
- Fishing
- Full Hookup
- General Store
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Location
2413 353rd St, Keokuk, IA 52632, USA
Things to know
Check-in: 12:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PMRules
Registration and Arrival
Check-In Procedure
- Check-in at the office.
- Please sign in at the office before entering the campground (if you are arriving during normal business hours).
- If checking in after hours please call (319) 795-4822
- Check-In: 12 pm (noon) - Flexible
- Check-Out: 12 pm (noon)
- Extra vehicles might need to park in a designated area.
- During winter, please note that water hookups may not be available or limited. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
- While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement.
Tent Policy
- A single tent can be set up on your pull-through or back-in RV sites for an additional $10.00 per night.
- Additional tents must be camped in the designated tent camping area at the prevailing rate.
- The maximum rental period is 30 days, renewable based on space and discretion of management.
- Deposit required for 30-day reservations.
Guest Policy
- If you are inviting guests to your campsite, please ask that they sign in at the office as well.
- They are obliged to follow these same simple rules and respect our other guests.
Quiet Hours
- Quiet hours are 10 PM to 8 AM.
Speed Limit
- The speed limit is 5 mph throughout the park.
- Please remain alert for small children and bicycles.
Fire Policy
- Campfires are allowed in the fire rings at each site. If you are making S’mores invite management.
- Please, no unattended fires.
- Please do not move or relocate fire rings without permission from management.
- We are trying hard to maintain our grassy areas.
- There is a larger fire ring next to the pavilion for your use when gathering with friends.
- Please douse your fire before retiring.
- We love the smell of burning hickory but our shade trees and green space are important to us.
- We ask that you purchase firewood on-site. This will prevent the spread of disease.
Pavilion Policy
- Normally, the pavilion and its amenities are available to all guests, but occasionally we will rent it and reserve its exclusive use for larger groups for special occasions.
- In those cases, it will be posted. See management for details.
Fishing Policy
- Go fishing in our stocked fishing pond.
- Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult while fishing.
- Neither residents nor non-residents under the age of 16, require a license to fish in Iowa.
Trash Policy
- There are two dumpsters on site.
- One is by the maintenance shed, and the other is on the side of the office.
- Please do not burn trash, cans, or bottles.
Pet Policy
- Pet owners are responsible for their pets.
- Pets must be on a leash and please don’t tie the leash to a picnic table or tree.
- And PLEASE pick up after your pet.
- Nothing spoils a weekend quicker than a child tracking pet waste into a camper or tent.
- Pets are not allowed in the shower and restrooms.
- Call if you have more than 2 pets.
Laundry Rules
- Sorry, no clotheslines.
- It’s a danger to children on bicycles or pedestrians walking between sites.
EV Charging Policy
- Electric Vehicles Traveling with an EV? We can offer a recharge and get you on the road but don’t plug your EV into your RV site.
- Learn how you can recharge during your stay under Park Amenities.
- Ask management for assistance.
Cancellation Policy
Campground Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund until 14 days prior to check-in. 50% percent refund 7 days prior, then 6 days prior the reservation is no longer refundable.
- Note: All refund calculations exclude the RoverPass service fees and credit card processing, which are non-refundable.
RoverPass Cancellation Policy
- The platform and processing fees are non-refundable.
- All Spot2Nite reservations require payment in full at the time of booking.
- Please contact Spot2Nite to cancel a reservation via email to [email protected] or call (877)778-2683, Option 1.
- Spot2Nite convenience fees and credit card processing fees are non-refundable
