Prairie Ridge
Prairie Ridge Park is located 6 miles, SW of the Jct of Iowa Highway 5 and J18 at Moravia. Awesome Sunsets- No Extra Charge! Rathbun's off-the-beaten path park offers unique opportunities for lover's of the outdoors. Nestled between Buck Creek and Honey Creek, the high ridge offers wonderful vistas of the lake while surrounded by Iowa's Natural and enhanced prairie life community, with woodland draws and timbered hillsides.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 54 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 90 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
56 sites in 5 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B01 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| B02 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| B03 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 49 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| B04 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| B05 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| B06 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 56 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| B07 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| B08 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 70 | Gravel | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| B09 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 79 | Gravel | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| B10 | PPL. | Electric | Back-in | 57 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 75 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Fifty-four family friendly, Large, campsites are available in two seperate camp areas. Two shower houses, drinking water and RV dump stations is available. A modern playground offers activities for our younger visitors.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Moravia, IA, travel 4 miles west on Highway J18, then south 2.5 miles on 200th Avenue (gravel). Follow signs into campground.
| Nearest town | Centerville, Iowa |
| Coordinates | 40.8769° N, 92.8872° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 34 mi |
| RV sales & service | Lowry Motorsports & RVs ↗ | 59.6 mi |
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Worth a stop
The park is within a few minutes of lake conveniences, bait, dining, and fuel. Rathbun's fish hatchery is open to the public on weekdays. Groups are encouraged to make appointments. 14 minutes west, on Hwy S70, one of Southern Iowa's best off-roading opportunities is at the 125 Acre Rathbun OHV Park. There's even a tot lot beginner's area.
- 2.1 miRathbun Marina ↗Boat launch
- 7.2 miSouth Fork Marina ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Wabash Combination Depot–MoraviaBuilding · Moravia · 3.4 mi
- Clark Round BarnBuilding · Tyrone · 7.1 mi
- Brick Gothic HouseBuilding · Albia · 9 mi
Natural features
Rathbun's most extensive trail, eight miles in length, takes hikers and bikers into Iowa's wild, and links to Iowa's Premier destination park at Honey Creek Resort.
Recreation
Prairie Ridge Boat Ramp is protected on three sides and has been long popular with both motorized craft and a launching area for wind surfers and catamarans. A courtesy dock with fish cleaning station aid families on and off the water.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Prairie Ridge?
Sites at Prairie Ridge are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Prairie Ridge?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Prairie Ridge have?
56 sites, including 54 standard sites with power, 1 group site, and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Prairie Ridge?
The longest site here provides 75 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Prairie Ridge have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Prairie Ridge?
Two shower houses, drinking water and RV dump stations is available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Prairie Ridge?
Yes, pets are allowed at Prairie Ridge. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Prairie Ridge?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Prairie Ridge?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Prairie Ridge?
Prairie Ridge Boat Ramp is protected on three sides and has been long popular with both motorized craft and a launching area for wind surfers and catamarans. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Prairie Ridge?
Centerville, Iowa. The park is within a few minutes of lake conveniences, bait, dining, and fuel.
Source: Getting there
What if Prairie Ridge is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Buck Creek (1.4 mi), Island View (3.5 mi), and Bridgeview (7.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby