Bob Shetler Recreation Area

Saylorville Lake

🏕️ CampgroundLake Red RockIowa⭐ 4.2 (431)

🟢 22 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22

Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive

🐕 Dogs allowed — all 67 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.

Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 3h ago.

Book / check availability →🧭 Directions

💡 In short

Bob Shetler Recreation Area in Iowa has 22 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Sep 19–Tue Sep 22. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates

Sat Sep 19 – Tue Sep 223 nightsbook these dates →👥 9 in a row, BSHM #57–BSHM #65 next to each othersites BSHM #32, #36, #42, #46, #47, #48, #51, #52, #53, #57, #58, #59, #60, #61, #62, #63, #64, #65, #67

Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, BSHM #27–BSHM #29 next to each othersites BSHE #15, #16, #18, BSHM #27, #28, #29, #33, #56, #66, #69, BSHW #04, #07, #08, #09

Sun Sep 20 – Tue Sep 222 nightsbook these dates →sites BSHW #10

Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 7 in a row, BSHM #30–BSHM #36 next to each othersites BSHM #35, #44, #30, #31, #32, #33, #34, #36, #38, #39, #40, #41, #42, #43, #46, #47, #48, #49, #52, #53, #57, #58, #60, #61, #63, #64, #65, #66, #67, #68, #69, BSHW #09

Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →👥 BSHM #40 & BSHM #41 next to each othersites BSHM #30, #34, #38, #40, #41, #43, #49, #55, #68

Mon Sep 21 – Wed Sep 232 nightsbook these dates →sites BSHE #19

Tue Sep 22 – Fri Sep 253 nightsbook these dates →sites BSHE #13, BSHM #39, BSHW #02

Wed Sep 23 – Sat Sep 263 nightsbook these dates →👥 BSHM #31 & BSHM #32 next to each othersites BSHM #31, #32

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite BSHM #32 — Bob Shetler Campsite 32 — **Site BSHM #32** · Bob Shetler Campsite 32USACE Saylorville Lake Staff

Campsite BSHM #36 — Bob Shetler Campsite 36 — **Site BSHM #36** · Bob Shetler Campsite 36USACE Saylorville Lake Staff

Campsite BSHM #42 — Bob Shetler Campsite 42 — **Site BSHM #42** · Bob Shetler Campsite 42USACE Saylorville Lake Staff

Campsite BSHM #46 — Bob Shetler Campsite 46 — **Site BSHM #46** · Bob Shetler Campsite 46USACE Saylorville Lake Staff

Campsite BSHM #47 — Bob Shetler Campsite 47 — **Site BSHM #47** · Bob Shetler Campsite 47USACE Saylorville Lake Staff

Campsite BSHM #48 — Bob Shetler Campsite 48 — **Site BSHM #48** · Bob Shetler Campsite 48USACE Saylorville Lake Staff

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $22–$26/nightStandard Electric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.2★★★★☆431 ratings

Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Bob Shetler Recreation Area FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Bob Shetler Recreation Area?

Bob Shetler Recreation Area in Iowa takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Bob Shetler Recreation Area?

Campsite fees at Bob Shetler Recreation Area run about $22–$26/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Bob Shetler Recreation Area when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Bob Shetler Recreation Area often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Bob Shetler Recreation Area a good campground?

Bob Shetler Recreation Area holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 431 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Bob Shetler Recreation Area located?

Bob Shetler Recreation Area is located in Lake Red Rock, Iowa. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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