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Bob Shetler Campground Introduce
Welcome to Bob Shetler Campground, located on Camp Rd in Johnston, Iowa, USA. As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, Bob Shetler Campground offers a scenic lakeside camping experience. You can reach them at (515) 276-0873 or +1 515-276-0873.
Bob Shetler Campground is a Corps of Engineers campground situated at the base of Lake Saylorville dam, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. According to customer reviews, the campground is a great place for fishing, walking, barbecuing, and general relaxation. The proximity to the lake and a nearby marina makes it ideal for boating and fishing enthusiasts. The campsites are gravel-based and offer ample space, although they may not be completely level and lack significant privacy. The bathroom facilities are generally clean, but some reviewers have reported issues with the showers, including flooding and difficulty regulating water temperature. The campground's location near the dam offers opportunities to witness water releases, especially after heavy rainfall, which can be a unique experience. Overall, Bob Shetler Campground provides a pleasant outdoor environment for those seeking a lakeside retreat with recreational activities.
Here are some key features and considerations:
- Lakeside Location: Situated at the base of Lake Saylorville dam.
- Corps of Engineers Campground: Managed by the Corps of Engineers.
- Fishing and Boating: Close to a marina for boating and fishing.
- Walking Trails: Opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation.
- Gravel Sites: Sites are gravel-based and spacious.
- Limited Privacy: Sites lack significant privacy.
- Clean Bathrooms: Bathrooms are generally clean.
- Shower Issues: Reports of flooded showers and unregulated water temperature.
- Water Releases: Opportunities to witness water releases from the dam.
- Location: Situated in Johnston, IA, providing a lakeside camping experience.
Bob Shetler Campground is an excellent choice for campers seeking a scenic lakeside retreat with opportunities for fishing, boating, and walking. The spacious gravel sites and clean bathroom facilities make it a comfortable option, although potential shower issues and limited privacy should be considered. If you're looking for a campground with easy access to Lake Saylorville and recreational activities, Bob Shetler Campground is a great option.
Details
Highlights
- Picnics
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- RV camping
- RV electric hookup
- RV water hookup
Activities
- Hiking
Amenities
- Barbecue grill
- Picnic tables
- Public restroom
- Public shower
- Restroom
- Running water
- Slides
- Swings
- Tent sites
Children
- Good for kids
- Kid-friendly hikes
- Playground
Parking
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Location
Customer Reviews
Went to see all the water that was being released due to the amount of rain we got and filled up the reservoir. Great place to fish, go for a walk, barbecue or just to hang out.
Very nice Corp of Engineers campground located at the base of Lake Sayerville dam. Close by marina for boating and fishing. Sites are gravel and not completely level. There is a good amount of space in each site but no significant privacy. Bathroom was clean but showers were flooded and temperature of the water could not be regulated.
Dam spillway is amazing, quite the experience. Riveting to watch knowing if you fell in would not survive one minute. Clean, well maintained little park with many friendly and considerate fellow visitors
Beautiful camping sites, wonderful area to relax. Verizon service excellent. Friendly people.
A great campground at the end of the Saylorville Lake. We went during the week, so the campground was very quiet, but I imagine it fills up quickly on Fridays during the summer. Bathrooms and showers were clean. The only "problem" were the vechicals at night on the top of the dam being obnixous! :)
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