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West Overlook Campground

Coralville Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

IOWA CITY, IA4.5 (438)
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The West Overlook Campground is located within the Dam Complex at the Coralville Lake Project. The Coralville Lake Project is a multiple use project providing primary benefits in flood control and low flow augmentation, and secondary benefits in recreation, fish and wildlife management and forest management. Coralville Lake provides many recreational opportunities, including boating, camping, hiking, mountain biking, lake and river fishing, swimming, water skiing, picnicking and hunting.Iowa City/Coralville offers the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, University of Iowa campus, hospital and clinics, numerous restaurants and shops as well as Coral Ridge Mall.

Things to do nearby

Coralville LakeComplex at the Coralville LakeThe Coralville Lake

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Restrooms
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 West Overlook Campground cost per night?+
West Overlook Campground costs $22–$28 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is West Overlook Campground open?+
West Overlook Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does West Overlook Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at West Overlook Campground?+
West Overlook Campground can accommodate RVs up to 73 feet long.
How do I make reservations at West Overlook Campground?+
West Overlook Campground 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 West Overlook Campground from the nearest town?+
West Overlook Campground is located in IOWA CITY, IA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.
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