Campground Operations: This campground is 100 percent reservable and accepts reservations April 1 - November 30 until 10:00 pm CST the day of arrival.
Book a Campsite at Red Haw State Park, IA
Overview
Description
Welcome to Red Haw State Park. Visitors are inspired by its beauty and tranquility.
Recreation:
Lake Activities
Red Haw's 70-acre lake has long been known as a premier pan-fishing destination especially for large bluegill. Several fishing jetties and numerous shoreline accesses make for easy bank fishing. Two boat ramps provide access for boaters. The lake is a "no-wake" lake and only electric trolling motors are allowed. Unsupervised swimming is available at the beach.
Trails
A 4-mile marked grass trail hugs the lake through the timbered park and provides access to the south to an adjacent 229-acre wildlife management area with large parcels of reconstructed prairie. An upper trail east of the lake and short trails elsewhere provide exploratory options for hikers. The east and south trail system traverses undeveloped areas and hikers may be able to catch a glimpse of the numerous wildlife species in the park.
Picknicking/Shelters
Three open shelters may be reserved for special occasions or used for free on a first-come first-serve basis. The historic CCC-built stone shelter with its large fireplace is especially popular for wedding and other large gatherings.
Facilities:
Camping
Campers can enjoy a heavily shaded campground with electrical hook ups, a playground, and modern restroom and shower facilities.
Nearby Attractions:
Visit the park in mid to late April and enjoy the brilliance of thousands of red bud trees in bloom. Race fans can enjoy the Knoxville Raceway located 30 minutes north of Chariton on Hwy 14. Thirty minutes to the southeast, visitors can explore Rathbun Lake and visit Honey Creek Resort State Park.
Booking Window
Shelters
Sat Jun 13 2026 - Wed Jun 09 2027Reservations must be made 4 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.
Standard Electric
Tue Jun 09 2026 - Wed Sep 09 2026Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 3 Month(s) in advance.
Standard Full Hook-Up
Tue Jun 09 2026 - Wed Sep 09 2026Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 3 Month(s) in advance.
Standard Non-Electric
Tue Jun 09 2026 - Wed Sep 09 2026Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 3 Month(s) in advance.
Tent Only
Tue Jun 09 2026 - Wed Sep 09 2026Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 3 Month(s) in advance.
Season Dates
Red Haw Shelters:
Reservable: May 1 - September 30
Red Haw Campground:
Closed: January 1 - March 31
Off Peak: April 1 - April 30
Peak: May 1 - October 15
Off Peak: October 16 - November 30
Closed: December 1 - December 31
Season Schedule
Park Season
Start
End
Peak
Fri May 01 2026
Thu Oct 15 2026
Off Peak
Fri Oct 16 2026
Mon Nov 30 2026
Off Peak
Thu Apr 01 2027
Fri Apr 30 2027
Peak
Sat May 01 2027
Fri Oct 15 2027
Services and Amenities
Within Park
- Bird Watching
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Boating
- Docks, Fishing
- Dump Station
- Fish Cleaning Station
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Interpretive Trail
- Jogging/Running
- Kayaking
- Park Lake
- Park Office
- Parking
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Registration Building
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Swimming - Beach
- Toilet, Pit/Vault
- Trash Dumpster
- Walking
- Water Hydrants
- Wildlife Viewing
Greater Than 1 Mile
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Church
- Fuel, Vehicles
- Golfing
- Grocery Store
- Hospital
- Medical Clinic
- Motel
- Retail, Bait & Tackle
- Retail, Drinks
- Retail, Firewood
- Retail, Ice
- Retail, Snacks
- Town
Fees and Cancellation Policies
Click here to view the cancellation policy.
Facility Rates*
Park Season
Site Type
Nightly/Daily Rates
Peak Season
May 01 2026 -
Oct 15 2026
May 01 2026 -
Oct 15 2026
Tent Only
$14.00
Standard Non-Electric
$14.00
Standard Full Hook-Up
$34.00
Standard Electric
$22.00
Shelters
$30.00-$35.00
Off Peak Season
Oct 16 2026 -
Nov 30 2026
Oct 16 2026 -
Nov 30 2026
Tent Only
$10.00
Standard Non-Electric
$10.00
Standard Full Hook-Up
$18.00
Standard Electric
$18.00
Shelters
$30.00-$35.00
Off Peak Season
Apr 01 2027 -
Apr 30 2027
Apr 01 2027 -
Apr 30 2027
Tent Only
$10.00
Standard Non-Electric
$10.00
Standard Full Hook-Up
$18.00
Standard Electric
$18.00
Shelters
$30.00-$35.00
Peak Season
May 01 2027 -
Oct 15 2027
May 01 2027 -
Oct 15 2027
Tent Only
$14.00
Standard Non-Electric
$14.00
Standard Full Hook-Up
$34.00
Standard Electric
$22.00
Shelters
$30.00-$35.00
*Displayed rates do not reflect discounts, attribute fees (electrical hookups / water hookups), taxes or incremental charges
**Weekly rates may not be available for all sites
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
40.99583, -93.27917
40°59'45"N, 93°16'45"W
From the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 34 in Chariton go east 1 mile on Highway 34 and turn south to enter the park.
40.99583, -93.27917
40°59'45"N, 93°16'45"W
From the junction of Highway 14 and Highway 34 in Chariton go east 1 mile on Highway 34 and turn south to enter the park.
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