South primitive campground is absolutely gorgeous! Right next to the lake, it's a dream for anglers. A nice playground with sand to play in is right next to the immaculately clean, modern restrooms. Be advised, this South (primitive) campground is NOWHERE NEAR the main modern campground, the beach, and the rest of MacBride State Park proper. It's 15 minutes away, clear on the other side of the lake, just outside Solon, IA. But it is very quiet, secluded, clean, and scenic!