Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
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About Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
Walnut Ridge Recreation 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.
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area 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 4.8/5 across 71 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Saylorville Lake include Acorn Valley, Sandpiper Recreation Area, Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville), Oak Grove Picnic Area and Cherry Glen Picnic.
Total reservations in April — 2023: 4 · 2024: 2 · 2025: 3
Location
Address
Johnston, Iowa
Coordinates
41.7297, -93.7211
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •May sees 15 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Acorn Valley
Saylorville Lake
Sandpiper Recreation Area
Saylorville Lake
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Lake View Recreation Area (Saylorville)
Saylorville Lake
Oak Grove Picnic Area
Saylorville Lake
Cherry Glen Picnic
Saylorville Lake
Cherry Glen Campground
Saylorville Lake
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area FAQ
How far in advance should I book Walnut Ridge Recreation 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 Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?
May typically sees the highest reservation activity at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area right now?
Walnut Ridge Recreation 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 Walnut Ridge Recreation Area located?
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is located in Saylorville Lake, near Johnston, Iowa.
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