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Yellow River State Forest in northeast Iowa is home to stunning views, beautiful woodlands, and meandering trout streams. Nestled in Iowa’s driftless area in Allamakee County, Yellow River offers numerous outdoor recreation opportunities including camping, equestrian riding, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting, and more. Yellow River State Forest was first established in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corp and is home to Iowa’s only fire tower, built in 1963. Today, the forest is managed for numerous natural resource benefits and recreational opportunities.
Big Paint campgrounds are non-modern with vault toilets. Drinking water is available near the office complex. Advance campsite reservations are recommended and can be made through the park reservation system, and one-quarter of the campsites are available for self-registration on a first-come first-served basis.
Peaceful campground, nice and rustic which seems to keep the RVs away. Most of the sites are essentially out on the lawn and quite close together, go for site 35 or 36 if you can
Larger of the non-horse camps of the Yellow River State Forest. Well-spaced sites and a surprisingly manicured look with paved roads. Inexpensive though primitive sites.
While the campground is well kept, people have loud generators but you're not allowed to bring a chainsaw. Wood is pricy.
Great place to stay. Primitive camping (no electric or showers), but clean bathroom (outhouse) facilities. Firewood and ice are available for reasonable prices.
A great place to enjoy a primitive camping experience. Many trails and streams. Autumn colors are fantastic.
