Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville)
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About Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville)
Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) is a national park campground at Saylorville Lake in Polk 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.
Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) 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.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.4/5 across 146 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Saylorville Lake include Bob Shetler Recreation Area, Bob Shetler Picnic Area, Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, Cottonwood Recreation Area and Cherry Glen Campground.
Total reservations in April — 2025: 3
Location
Address
Johnston, Iowa
Coordinates
41.7085, -93.7024
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 10 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Bob Shetler Recreation Area
Saylorville Lake
Bob Shetler Picnic Area
Saylorville Lake
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
Saylorville Lake
Cottonwood Recreation Area
Saylorville Lake
Cherry Glen Campground
Saylorville Lake
Cherry Glen Picnic
Saylorville Lake
Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) FAQ
How far in advance should I book Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville)?
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 Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville)?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville). During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) right now?
Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) 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 Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) located?
Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville) is located in Saylorville Lake, near Johnston, Iowa.
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