Blackhawk County Park
De Soto, Iowa
Campground in Iowa.
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Aurora is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Iowa weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Aurora.
Don't miss local attractions near Aurora. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Beautifully mowed county park with large mature trees along a paved highway. First part has a playscape, swings, picnic tables, large pavilion, horseshoes, a digger sand tool, frisbee golf, bathrooms, water pump, recycling, historic Jakway-Richardson house and barn, and benches throughout. There is a handicapped parking space. The second part is a big circular drive campground. There are some... Beautifully mowed county park with large mature trees along a paved highway. First part has a playscape, swings, picnic tables, large pavilion, horseshoes, a digger sand tool, frisbee golf, bathrooms, water pump, recycling, historic Jakway-Richardson house and barn, and benches throughout. There is a handicapped parking space. The second part is a big circular drive campground. There are some existing campfire rings. Also a shower house and "RV dump" area. The third part of the park features some mowed casual hiking paths thru the woods along a creek. There is signage to guide and describe. The only negative part of this park is a "green slimey pond" in the woods. Can't the conservation people get that more under control? This is a missed opportunity. There is a "park ranger" living on the premise. (Nearest gas station is 4 miles away in Lamont. Lamont is very close to Backbone State Park, the oldest in Iowa.)
Mar 18, 2026
Only some spots have water, but lots have power hookups. Saw two 20 and 30 amp sockets at our spot but none higher. Sign said wifi, but couldn't get it to work, (although not a nessisity because camping). Fire pits have grates for cooking and firewood is stocked and for sale. Dogs loved the trails.
Mar 18, 2026
Nice little historic park (formerly and old town called Mudville). Includes an old house and buildings with garden and prairie area. Nice little playground area, picnic tables, and restrooms.
Mar 18, 2026
Quiet beautiful area for camping and fun. We loved it.
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