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Acorn Valley Campground is located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches over 50 miles up the Des Moines River Valley. The lake provides a wide variety of recreational activities, including camping, bicycling, boating, swimming, fishing, hiking and hunting. The campground offers 29 family sites with electric hookups and 54 primitive walk-to tent sites.
Things to do nearby
Saylorville LakeDes Moines RiverThe paved Neal Smith Trail
Best For
AnglersHikersBoatersWildlife watchersFamilies
Site Types
TentRV
Amenities
Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Flush Toilets
Drinking Water
Showers
Dump Station
Electric Hookups
Fishing
Boat Launch
Check-in
2:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Season
May through October
Max/site
6 people
Known Issues
Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Cancellation Policy
Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Acorn Valley cost per night?+
Acorn Valley costs $14–$84 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Acorn Valley open?+
Acorn Valley is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Acorn Valley have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Acorn Valley?+
Acorn Valley can accommodate RVs up to 82 feet long.
How do I make reservations at Acorn Valley?+
Acorn Valley is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is Acorn Valley from the nearest town?+
Acorn Valley is located in JOHNSTON, IA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.
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