Fairport State Recreation Area

Muscatine, IA

4.2(143 reviews)

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About this campground

Fairport State Recreation Area in Muscatine Iowa located right on the Mississippi River and offers 42 campsites, all of which have electrical hook-ups. 3 boat ramps in the area provides access to the river.

What campers say

Fairport State Recreation Area sits on the Mississippi with boat ramps, fishing access and scenic river views. Campsites are generally flat, gravel, well-spaced and affordable, many offering electric and water hookups plus a dump; picnic tables and fire rings are common. Visitors note clean restrooms and showers at times but also occasional facility issues. Tap water has occasionally appeared discolored, so bringing drinking water is advisable. The small park is peaceful overall, though nearby train traffic can be loud at night. Host helpfulness is reported as mixed. Good choice for river access if you accept those tradeoffs.

Our summary of 143 traveler reviews.