What are the hours and season for Prairie Flower Recreation Area?

Prairie Flower Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Prairie Flower Recreation Area?

Prairie Flower Recreation Area is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Prairie Flower Recreation Area"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/prairie-flower-recreation-area to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Prairie Flower Recreation Area

Saylorville Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

JOHNSTON, IA4.6 (715)

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Prairie Flower Recreation Area is located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches more than 50 miles up the Des Moines River Valley. The lake provides a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, swimming, fishing, hiking and hunting.Prairie Flower is a large, open campground covering more than 60 acres. It offers 153 family sites and 10 group sites, all with electric hookups.

Things to do nearby

Saylorville LakeDes Moines River

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersFamilies

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 Prairie Flower Recreation Area cost per night?+

Prairie Flower Recreation Area costs $20–$336 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.

What season is Prairie Flower Recreation Area open?+

Prairie Flower Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Prairie Flower Recreation Area have hookups?+

Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.

What is the maximum RV length at Prairie Flower Recreation Area?+

Prairie Flower Recreation Area can accommodate RVs up to 85 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Prairie Flower Recreation Area?+

Prairie Flower Recreation Area 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 Prairie Flower Recreation Area from the nearest town?+

Prairie Flower Recreation Area is located in JOHNSTON, IA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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