Wapsipinicon State Park
The campground is open for the 2026 season. Reservations are accepted April 1 through October 31 until 10:00 PM CST on day of arrival. Some cabins and shelters remain closed until May 31, 2026 due to a waterline project. Playground and Dutch Creek Shelters are unavailable until a new septic system installation completes, anticipated by June 2026.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 8:57PM CDT until September 24 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Wapsipinicon River near Anamosa Shaw Rd affecting Linn, Cedar and Jones Counties. ...The Flood Watch is replaced with a River Flood Warning for the following rivers in Iowa... Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Scott and Clinton Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Wapsipinicon River near Anamosa Shaw Rd. * WHEN...From Monday evening to late Wednesday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 9.3 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Monday evening. - Flood stage is 14.5 feet and rising.
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 8:00PM 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...Until 7 AM CDT Sunday. * 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.
About
Wapsipinicon State Park is a 400-acre park located near Anamosa in Jones County, Iowa. The campground sits along the limestone bluffs and wooded valleys of the Wapsipinicon River, providing a scenic setting for overnight stays. The park offers 28 reservable campsites including standard electric sites with 20/30 amp service, non-electric sites, walk-to tent sites, and one full hookup site with 50-amp capability. The modern campground features shower buildings, restrooms, water hydrants throughout, and trash dumpsters. Pull-through sites range from 40 to 60 feet, making it suitable for larger RVs. Note that no dump station is available at the campground. The park also offers day-use facilities including an accessible lodge and shelters. Beyond camping, the park features fishing opportunities on the river, hiking trails through the wooded bluffs, and historic CCC-era stone structures. The park is popular for its natural beauty and relatively quiet atmosphere compared to larger Iowa state parks.
Directions
Located at 21301 County Road E34, Anamosa, IA 52205. The park is situated along the Wapsipinicon River in Jones County, Iowa.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $16 - $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Wapsipinicon@dnr.iowa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (319) 462-2761 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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