- Ionia, IA
Lake Sugema 24
Situated in a more quiet area, this site has a view of Lake Sugema and is near a hiking trail. The site is 50x13 ft gravel pad with fire pit and picnic table, 20, 30 and 50 amp electric, freshwater hydrant present to fill tanks.
There is a dump station available in the campground. Modern shower house and restrooms are also located in the campground.
Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 03:00 PM and check-out is before 12:00 PM.
Location
Lake Sugema campgrounds is located off Highway 2 onto Jersey Ave which will take you to the southside boat ramp.
Turn right at the entrance drive of Lake Sugema before you get to the boat ramp. This will take you past the shelter and cabins to the beginning of the campgrounds.
The camp hosts are in campsite 1 just pass the kiosk and ice machine.
Continue past till you get to the turn around. Go right onto the gravel road and site 24 will be the second on your left.
Amenities
- Carry in/carry out refuse
- Dump station
- Electricity
- Fire ring
- Firewood available
- On-site resident host
- Pet Friendly
- Picnic Table
- Restroom
- Shower facilities
Sites 23-29 are more primitive with just electric and a few water hydrants to fill tanks. Nearby is a shower house, restrooms, dump station, shelter house and playground.
Fees
$15.00 per night
Hours of Operation & Seasons
Campground may be open April 1 and closed October 31 pending favorable weather & ground conditions.
Hours: 6 am to 10:00 pm
Campers will need to utilize the on-site self-registration system and pay the required fee.
Winter- November - March 31st. Electric only
Call for Availability
Address
19640 Jersey
Keosauqua, IA 52565
Closures
November- March- Water and modern restrooms/shower facilities may be closed to prevent freezing even though the campground may remain open.
The park is closed to non-registered campers from 10:00pm - 6:00am.
Campsites are not maintained for snow removal during the winter.
Related Items
- Campground map Hand drawn map showing camp sites
- Campground Regulations Rules and regulations for campgrounds
- Sugema hiking map Sugema trail map
Availability
Where You'll Be
Van Buren County
The Van Buren County Conservation Board is located in southeast Iowa along the Des Moines River. Van Buren Conservation is home to Bentonsport Historic District, the historic Morris Memorial Park, Lindsay Wilderness Trails, Austin Park and the Lake Sugema Campgrounds & Recreation Area - collectively managing 13 parks, river accesses, historic sites and natural areas encompassing 556 acres.
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