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Prairie Ridge (Rathbun Lake)

Rathbun Lake

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Summary

Prairie Ridge Park is a family-friendly campground that is nestled between Buck Creek and Honey Creek. It offers a modern playground, an eight-mile trail leading to Honey Creek Resort, a boat ramp and 54 large campsites. Only 14 minutes away is Rathbun OHV Park, providing off-roading adventures for all ages.

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.

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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Nearby Campgrounds Distance Notification Rate
Buck Creek (Rathbun Lake)
Rathbun Lake
1.4mi
Honey Creek Cabins
Honey Creek State Park
2.8mi
Honey Creek Shelters
Honey Creek State Park
2.8mi
South
Honey Creek State Park
2.8mi
North
Honey Creek State Park
2.8mi
Island View (Rathbun Lake)
Rathbun Lake
3.5mi
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