Buck Creek (rathbun Lake)
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About Buck Creek (rathbun Lake)
Buck Creek (rathbun Lake) is a national park campground at Rathbun Lake in Appanoose County, Iowa. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Buck Creek (rathbun Lake) is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 123 ft. Campers rate it 4.4/5 across 61 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Rathbun Lake include Prairie Ridge (rathbun Lake), Island View (rathbun Lake) and Bridgeview (rathbun Lake).
Total reservations in May — 2023: 148 · 2024: 150 · 2025: 147
Location
Address
Centerville, Iowa
Coordinates
40.8628, -92.8678
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 271 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Buck Creek (rathbun Lake) FAQ
How far in advance should I book Buck Creek (rathbun Lake)?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Buck Creek (rathbun Lake)?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Buck Creek (rathbun Lake). During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Buck Creek (rathbun Lake) right now?
Buck Creek (rathbun Lake) is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Buck Creek (rathbun Lake) located?
Buck Creek (rathbun Lake) is located in Rathbun Lake, near Centerville, Iowa.
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