Wilson Island State Recreation Area

Category: State park

Address: 32801 Camp Ground Ln, Missouri Valley, IA 51555, USA

Phone: +17126422069

Opening hours

Sunday: 4AM–10:30PM

Monday: 4AM–10:30PM

Tuesday: 4AM–10:30PM

Wednesday: 4AM–10:30PM

Thursday: 4AM–10:30PM

Friday: 4AM–10:30PM

Saturday: 4AM–10:30PM

Reviews

Taren Hollister

Sep 23, 2022

Nice place for a picnic

Steven Beaune

Sep 6, 2022

Extremely sad conditions right now everything is drying up all the wooded areas need to be thinned and cleaned up barely any wildlife there anymore at all favorite fishing hole almost dried up very upsetting

Tiffany Yenter-Hansen

Sep 6, 2022

Really cool place in my book.. decent river access at the boat ramp and awesome Shoreline to play on with my dog not too far down the river from the boat ramp. Couple good spots back in the woods off the beaten catheter decent for fishing but most recently the one at the end of riparian Lane was getting pretty well dried up. Tons of space to explore and hike and great spots for camping that aren't all right on top of each other whether individually or in groups also. It's right next to the DeSoto national wildlife area that offers different amenities as well including the small Lake that would be great for jon boat or kayak but haven't ventured that for myself yet. Honestly probably one of the more peaceful places I've been able to find on the river... I will definitely enjoy returning back hopefully many times in the future!!

Randy Troutner

Aug 17, 2022

Found that water is rusty could not use. Please address this problem.

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Questions & Answers

Do you have a shower?

Илья Погорелый | Oct 1, 2018
Jodie Larson | Oct 1, 2018

Yes there are public showers!

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Do they have drinkable water?

Donna Morgan | Oct 1, 2018
Matthew Gall | Oct 1, 2018

Yes, there are hydrants and every Campground area. Within probably a hundred yards of almost every all of the camper sites that we saw did not have a water hookah you had to put water in your fresh tank.

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Does Wilson Island have wifi.

jean rogers | Sep 30, 2021
Tim Dooley | Sep 30, 2021

No wifi.

How do i get ahold of someone? Sounds like a nice campground. Interested in reserving a spot for the weekend but i cant get ajold of anybody...

Jeff Garcia | Sep 30, 2021
Mrs. Hermangali | Sep 30, 2021

The latest update is that the campground is closed, sadly, and the campground area was blocked off when the was there a month ago.

Is the swimming in the river?

Carmen Doughman | Sep 30, 2021
Mrs. Hermangali | Sep 30, 2021

No swimming allowed at the river. The current is much too dangerous.

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Do you have to pay

Cindy Jo Jessop | Sep 30, 2021
Tana Lyn Lumley | Sep 30, 2021

Right now you don't have to..

Is Wilson Island open for camping at this time?

John Fuller | Oct 1, 2019
Wilson Island State Recreation Area | Oct 1, 2019

Wilson Island is closed due to flooding of the Missouri River in March of 2019. This affects all uses of the park including camping, fishing, hiking, mushroom hunting, Missouri river access and biking. A date for reopening has not been set. Damage varies, but considerable silt and debris cover the shelter area and east campground. Please call the park office for additional information: 712-642-2069. You can also watch here for updates: https://www.iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/State-Parks/Alerts-and-Closures

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Is this open all year and does this park offer extended stay?

Andrea Tran | Oct 1, 2019
Wilson Island State Recreation Area | Oct 1, 2019

Wilson Island is open, however recovery from the flood of 2018 continues. Campsite selection is very limited. The boat ramp and pit toilets are open. Drinking water is not available. Campers may camp up to 14 consecutive nights in an Iowa state park/recreation area. Campers must then vacate the park (including removing the camping unit) for a minimum of 3 nights before camping in that park again. For more information, please call the park office at (712) 642-2069.

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Is there fishing

Steven Smith | Oct 1, 2018
Jenny Beam | Oct 1, 2018

River fishing best place to fish 2nd rock pier dow river from the boat launch. But big poles catfish bite starting after 11 and some one just puled 50 pounder out last week

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On electricity lots on the campsite does it have to be a camper or can you put a tent on those

Aimee Baker | Oct 1, 2018
Carol Archer | Oct 1, 2018

You can have a tent with electric. You just have to pay the fee. FYI there is a large quary across the river that has 24/7 operations and they blast daily. If you're looking for a quiet campground this isn't one of them. You hear the big trucks all night long.

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What is price per night for a camper..not a rent

Carla Hunter | Oct 1, 2018
Tom Scarpello | Oct 1, 2018

I believe it was $16 per night for an electric site

Is there a swimming area? And if yes is it pet friendly?

Moose Young | Oct 1, 2018
Christina Hemmingsen | Oct 1, 2018

There ia no swimming

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Does this state park have a trail that connects it to a nearby town?

Becky White | Oct 1, 2018
Thomas Michrina | Oct 1, 2018

Not s trail. The nearest town is Missouri Valley iowa. About 5 miles. You could bike there, but s long walk.

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How much does it cost to stay?

M R | Oct 1, 2017
Martin Dalton | Oct 1, 2017

It is $11 a night per spot, additional $5 for electric hookup, limited sites available

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Where does Wilson Island state park get its name?

Bruce Archer | Oct 1, 2017
Jim McWilliams | Oct 1, 2017

Iowa Governor George A Wilson, 1939 to 1943.

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