Fairport State Recreation Area
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates April 1 through October 31. Currently in peak season with full amenities including showers and water service available. Closed November 1 through March 31. All sites require reservations through ReserveAmerica.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 2:27PM CDT until July 2 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
* WHAT...Dangerously hot and humid conditions with multiple days of heat index values of 100 to 110 expected, along with nighttime lows not falling below the mid to upper 70s. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Illinois, east central and southeast Iowa, and northeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
About
Fairport State Recreation Area is a riverside campground situated on the banks of the Mississippi River in Muscatine County, Iowa. The 43-site campground features electric hookups with 20, 30, and 50 amp service, and approximately 40 sites also have water hookups. All sites are back-in configurations accommodating equipment lengths from 26 to 43 feet, with a maximum occupancy of 6 people per site. The facility includes modern restrooms with flush toilets and showers, a dump station, and two boat launch ramps with courtesy docks. Campsites offer scenic river views and access to excellent fishing opportunities. A playground is available for families. As with other Iowa state parks, sites include picnic tables and fire rings. The campground operates seasonally from April 1 through October 31, with peak season rates from May 1 through October 15. Water systems and shower buildings typically become operational by May 1 and begin closing down in mid-October depending on weather conditions. All 43 sites are reservable through the ReserveAmerica system up to 3 months in advance.
Directions
Located at 3280 IA-22, Muscatine, IA 52761, along the Mississippi River east of Muscatine.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $29 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 43ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Wildcat_Den@dnr.iowa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (563) 263-4337 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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