Clarks Ferry
Open for the 2026 season. Operates May 1 through the third Sunday in October. Reservations required via Recreation.gov.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 11:36AM CDT until September 20 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Illinois, including the following counties, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Mercer, Rock Island, Stephenson and Whiteside and Iowa, including the following counties, Benton, Buchanan, Cedar, Clinton, Delaware, Dubuque, Iowa, Jackson, Johnson, Jones, Linn, Louisa, Muscatine, Scott and Washington. * WHEN...Through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Widespread showers and storms are expected to develop again this evening and last into Sunday. These storms will be capable of rainfall rates between 1 to 2 inches per hour. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are likely in the hardest hit areas tonight, with the potential for localized areas of 3+ inches.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 8:54AM CDT until September 24 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Iowa... Cedar River near Conesville affecting Louisa and Muscatine Counties. English River at Kalona affecting Washington and Johnson Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Cedar River near Conesville. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon to Thursday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 9.0 feet and gradually rising. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached Monday afternoon. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
About
Clarks Ferry Recreation Area is a well-maintained campground operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers along the scenic Iowa banks of the Upper Mississippi River. The 11-acre facility sits among large mature trees and provides direct access to one of the most productive fishing stretches of the river, drawing anglers seeking channel catfish, bluegill, walleye, crappie, and northern pike. All 45 campsites rest on concrete pads with 50-amp electrical service, picnic tables, and fire rings. The campground includes a boat ramp with day-use access, an accessible fishing dock, dump station, and picnic shelter available for reservation. Two playgrounds, horseshoe pits, and a volleyball court round out the recreational amenities. Located just east of Muscatine via Highway 22, the campground offers easy access to nearby attractions including Shady Creek Recreation Area and Wildcat Den State Park. Reservations are handled through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From Davenport, Iowa, drive west on Hwy 22 about 15 miles and turn at Clark's Ferry Sign in Montpelier.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 - $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 43ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 43ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (563) 419-7594 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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