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Pilot Knob State Park

We watch every site at Pilot Knob State Park 24/7, then email you the moment a cancellation opens up.

26% of weekends booked at top sites·Peak May–Jul·65 sites
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The 10 most popular campsites at Pilot Knob State Park

Ranked by how often each site reserves on weekends in peak season (May–Jul). Set up an alert and we'll email you on cancellations.

Site 011

Best here
Ranked #1 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 015

Top pick
Ranked #2 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 023

Top pick
Ranked #2 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 012

Standout
Ranked #4 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 022

Standout
Ranked #4 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 016

Decent
Ranked #6 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 041

Decent
Ranked #7 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 001

Decent
Ranked #8 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 002

Decent
Ranked #8 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 033

Decent
Ranked #8 of 65
STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 6 · Electric

These sites rebook within minutes of being cancelled. Set an alert at Pilot Knob State Park and we’ll email you the moment one opens up.

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About this park

Pilot Knob State Park was dedicated in 1924 and has drawn many visitors to explore its hidden treasures and historical structures. Camping, fishing, hiking, and bird watching are just a few of the activities Pilot Knob provides. The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed several structures in 1934. The entrance portals, stone shelter, three stone bridges, amphitheater and observation tower are all listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The observation tower is 30 feet tall and was supposed to be 40 feet tall but winter set in and the CCC had to stop construction. Pilot Knob is listed in the Iowa Wildlife Viewing Guide. The park is a wonderful area for bird watching, particularly during migrations. Deer and turkeys are prevalent and readily seen. Turkeys were reintroduced into the area in 1979 and have flourished. Much of the wildlife can be seen while walking the thirteen and one half miles of trail through the park.