Oak Grove Picnic Area
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About Oak Grove Picnic Area
Oak Grove Picnic Area 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.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).
Other campgrounds at Saylorville Lake include Cherry Glen Picnic, Cherry Glen Campground, Prairie Flower Recreation Area, Sandpiper Recreation Area and Walnut Ridge Recreation Area.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 3 · 2024: 2 · 2025: 1
Location
Address
Johnston, Iowa
Coordinates
41.7389, -93.6847
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 14 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Cherry Glen Picnic
Saylorville Lake
Cherry Glen Campground
Saylorville Lake
Prairie Flower Recreation Area
Saylorville Lake
Sandpiper Recreation Area
Saylorville Lake
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
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Acorn Valley
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Oak Grove Picnic Area FAQ
How far in advance should I book Oak Grove Picnic Area?
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 Oak Grove Picnic Area?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Oak Grove Picnic Area. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Oak Grove Picnic Area right now?
Oak Grove Picnic Area 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 Oak Grove Picnic Area located?
Oak Grove Picnic Area is located in Saylorville Lake, near Johnston, Iowa.
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