North Overlook Camp

Lake Red Rock

🏕️ CampgroundLake Red RockIowa⭐ 4.5 (182)

🟢 15 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 52 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

North Overlook Camp in Iowa has 15 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 →👥 8 in a row, NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #38–NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #45 next to each othersites #01, #02, #03, #04, #05, #06, #14, #15, #16, #17, #22, #24, #25, #26, #27, #29, #30, #32, #33, #36, #38, #39, #40, #41, #42, #43, #44, #45, #47, #48, #49, #50, #51, #52

Sat Sep 19 – Mon Sep 212 nightsbook these dates →sites #08

Sun Sep 20 – Wed Sep 233 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #11–NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #13 next to each othersites #11, #12, #13, #31, #35, #46

Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 4 in a row, NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #26–NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #29 next to each othersites #28, #34, #01, #02, #04, #05, #06, #11, #12, #13, #15, #23, #24, #26, #27, #29, #31, #33, #42, #45, #47, #48, #49, #51, #52

Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →sites #37

Mon Sep 21 – Wed Sep 232 nightsbook these dates →sites #34

Wed Sep 23 – Sat Sep 263 nightsbook these dates →sites #23

Sat Sep 26 – Tue Sep 293 nightsbook these dates →sites #16, #50

📷 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 NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #01 — North Overlook Site 1 secondary angle — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #01** · North Overlook Site 1 secondary angleArmy Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #01 — North Overlook Site 1 — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #01** · North Overlook Site 1Army Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #02 — North Overlook Campsite number 2 — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #02** · North Overlook Campsite number 2US Army Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #02 — A photo of Site 02 of Loop NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP at NORTH OVE — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #02** · A photo of Site 02 of Loop NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP at NORTH OVEArmy Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #03 — North Overlook Site 3 — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #03** · North Overlook Site 3Army Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #03 — Electricity hookup North Overlook Site 3 — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #03** · Electricity hookup North Overlook Site 3Army Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #04 — North Overlook Campsite number 4 — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #04** · North Overlook Campsite number 4US Army Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #04 — A photo of Site 04 at NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #04** · A photo of Site 04 at NORTH OVERLOOK CAMPArmy Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #05 — North Overlook Campsite number 5 — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #05** · North Overlook Campsite number 5US Army Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #05 — A photo of Site 05 of Loop NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP at NORTH OVE — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #05** · A photo of Site 05 of Loop NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP at NORTH OVEArmy Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #06 — A photo of Site 06 of Loop NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP at NORTH OVE — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #06** · A photo of Site 06 of Loop NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP at NORTH OVEArmy Corps of Engineers

Campsite NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #06 — North Overlook Campsite number 6 — **Site NORTH OVERLOOK CAMP #06** · North Overlook Campsite number 6US Army Corps of Engineers

🔭 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

💵 $14–$24/nightStandard ElectricTent Only Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.5★★★★☆182 ratings

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

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ North Overlook Camp FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at North Overlook Camp?

North Overlook Camp 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 North Overlook Camp?

Campsite fees at North Overlook Camp run about $14–$24/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at North Overlook Camp when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like North Overlook Camp 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 North Overlook Camp a good campground?

North Overlook Camp holds an average rating of 4.5/5 from 182 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is North Overlook Camp located?

North Overlook Camp 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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