ISLAND VIEW (RATHBUN LAKE)

For RV enthusiasts planning a visit, ISLAND VIEW (RATHBUN LAKE) accommodates recreational vehicles up to 130 feet in length. This US Army Corps of Engineers is available for advance reservation, making it a reliable choice for planned trips.

Popular activities at this location include Biking, Boating, Camping, and Canoeing. The campground's proximity to Mystic Iowa offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the Iowa region.

Located in Mystic Iowa, Iowa, ISLAND VIEW (RATHBUN LAKE) provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.

Overview Island View Park is located on beautiful Rathbun Lake, just nine miles northwest of Centerville, Iowa and 8 miles southwest of Moravia.Recreation The 11,000-acre lake provides a variety of fishing opportunities for any angler: Crappie, channel catfish, walleye and largemouth bass are most common.

The prevailing winds on Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, make it one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa.Facilities This large campground offers 187 family sites and one group site, all with electric hookups. Three group picnic sites are also available. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A boat ramp, dock, marina, playgrounds, and horseshoe pit are all on-site.Natural Features Rathbun Lake is situated in the gently rolling hills of the Chariton River Valley in southeast Iowa. The campground consists of open grassy areas dotted with trees.

Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey and other wildlife can be found at Rathbun Lake. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (641) 647-2464. Nearby Attractions The Rathbun Fish Hatchery is nearby, offering self-guided tours Monday through Friday year-round. Hundreds of thousands of catfish and walleye are produced here each year.

Southern Iowa's only Off Highway Vehicle Park is just 20 minutes from the campground. It is located on the south bank of the South Fork Chariton River and encompasses nearly 125 acres in an abandoned rock quarry.

From Centerville, IA, travel 2.5 miles north on HWY 5, then go 4 miles northwest on J-29, then 0.1 mile north on J5T to the park entrance.