Bellevue State Park Dyas Unit Campground
About the Business
Welcome to Bellevue State Park Dyas Unit Campground
Nestled in the scenic beauty of Eastern Iowa, the Bellevue State Park Dyas Unit Campground offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Located at 21466 429th Avenue, Bellevue, Iowa, this picturesque campground is a part of the expansive Bellevue State Park, renowned for its archaeological, historical, and natural allure.
Explore and Experience
Discover the breathtaking overlooks of the majestic Mississippi River as you explore four miles of trails that wind through the park's diverse landscapes. Whether you're hiking the easy Deer Trail near the campground or venturing to the Quarry Trail to witness a historical lime kiln, each path offers unique vistas and encounters with nature.
Nature and Wildlife
The Dyas Unit is home to an enclosed nature center and an open butterfly sanctuary, where visitors can learn about the park's rich biodiversity. With almost 60 different butterfly species fluttering around vibrant perennial and annual flowers, the Butterfly Garden is a must-visit for nature lovers.
Camping Amenities
The campground in the Dyas Unit provides a perfect retreat with several camping sites available, including both electric and non-electric options. Enjoy modern conveniences such as restrooms, showers, and a sanitary dump station. While a portion of the campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, you can also secure your spot in advance through our convenient online reservation system.
Support Conservation
We invite you to support Iowa's natural beauty by purchasing a natural resource plate for your vehicle. Featuring the state bird and flower, as well as other iconic wildlife, these plates help fund conservation efforts across the state.
Visit Us
Plan your visit to Bellevue State Park Dyas Unit Campground and immerse yourself in the tranquility and splendor of Iowa's natural landscapes. For more information, contact the Nelson Unit office at 24668 Hwy. 52, Bellevue, IA, or email us at Bellevue@dnr.iowa.gov. Your adventure awaits!
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Location & Phone number
21466 429th Avenue, Bellevue, Iowa 52031, United States
Hours open
Monday:
4:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Tuesday:
4:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Wednesday:
4:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Thursday:
4:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Friday:
4:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday:
4:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday:
4:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Reviews
"Nice spacious sites, lots with good shade. The bathrooms at the top of the hill by the registration area were clean and tidy (there are old fashioned pit toilets that I didn't even go near!). Lovely views from the picnic shelters, fun little playground. We saw so many birds, heard owls, lots of fun wildlife."
"Beautiful place. Close to Galena, IL, Mines of Spain, Maquoketa Caves, and Dubuque. Campgrounds and restrooms were clean and well kept. My only issue is we had a group put their tent 3ft from our campfire. Of course this group was loud and obnoxious, but with this new wave of campers the DNR/Rangers need to be more observant of campers invading other campers sites. I know the ranger saw because he stopped and gave them suggestions on were they could have put their tents. I wish the ranger would have said something that should be common sense. I will say something next time. Their tent was literally 3ft from our campfire and 5ft into our campsite."
"What a wonderful park! It wasn't crowded at all and after staying at cramped, packed private parks the last 3 stops, our spacious site was the bomb! Best bird watching park we may have ever been in. And we even saw a rare leucistic American Robin. We are from Texas and are already making plans to come back."
"Stayed in one of the first-come-first-served spots. Plenty of length for our rig and we could stay flexible even though campground is sold out for Memorial Day. Nice overlooks of the river and the locks. Worked really well when the lowlands and other campgrounds were flooded. Well kept and clean, modern bathrooms. Update 2024: same spot, campground still looks great! Not too busy."
"Cost: $22! back-in site #77, gravel pad, no water at this site Location: near but not on the Mississippi River Amenities: table, fire ring, private showers but push-button run time of only 25 "! Condition: beautiful area & better than avg. upkeep Biking/Walking: large sized paved & rather hilly campground road Remarks: Spacious sites & common areas with many trees, but beware of the grade on some of the pull thru options. Restroom lights on motion timer for "
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