South Overlook (Ia)

Lake Red Rock — lakeside

Location: Knoxville, IA, IA

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

South Overlook is located on Lake Red Rock, Iowa’s largest lake. It is just 10 miles from Pella, known for its Dutch heritage, and 15 miles from Knoxville, the Sprint car capital of the world. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, biking and viewing wildlife.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Electric Hookups

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South Overlook is located on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, offering excellent boating, fishing, hiking, and biking opportunities just 10 miles from Pella and 15 miles from Knoxville. Google reviews consistently praise it as a great launch point for water activities and a peaceful spot to enjoy nature.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagle, Canada Goose, Red-breasted Merganser, Brown Pelican, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Chipmunk, Common Raccoon, Western Painted Turtle

Insider tips for South Overlook (Ia): Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 tent sites Launch point for boating is nearby; a picnic area is close if you need to change before/after water activities Located on Iowa's largest lake with miles of water recreation

Skip South Overlook (Ia) if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You need more than 2 tent sites — only 2 sites total available.

Best time to visit South Overlook (Ia): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: North Overlook Picnic Shelter (Ia) (Knoxville, IA), Howell Station (Pella, IA), North Overlook Camp (Pella, IA), Whitebreast Camp (Knoxville, IA).