Coralville Lake

Overview

Coralville Lake is managed by Us Army Corps of Engineers and is located near Iowa City, Iowa. Coralville Lake is a multiple use project providing primary benefits in flood control and low flow augmentation, and secondary benefits in recreation, fish and wildlife management, forest management and water quality improvement. Coralville Lake has three campgrounds with 500 campsites available. A wide variety of recreational activities are available including fishing, picnic areas with group shelters, boat ramps, accessible fishing pier, river & lake fishing, hunting, mountain bike trails, hiking trails, lake swimming, sand volleyball and boating activities.

Things to Do at Coralville Lake

Camping Opportunities

Coralville Lake offers 11 campgrounds with various amenities and settings. From developed campgrounds with full facilities to primitive backcountry sites, there are options for every camping style.

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Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Coralville Lake include:

Nearby Activities

Plan Your Visit

Reservation Tips

Coralville Lake is a popular destination. Campground reservations typically open several months in advance. For peak season visits, book as early as possible. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.

Getting There

North of Iowa City, Iowa. From I-80 take Exit 244 (Dubuque St.); go North 3 miles to West Overlook Road and proceed 1/4 mile to the park areas.

GPS Coordinates: 41.72380000000000, -91.52200000000001

Contact & Resources

Phone: (319) 338-3543

Additional Information:

Additional Information

All Facilities & Activities

Campgrounds (11)

Cottonwood Campground (IA)

From $14/night 4.1 stars

East Overlook Day Use Area

From $50/night 5.0 stars

Linder Point Campground

From $26/night 4.6 stars

Sandy Beach Camp

From $14/night 4.4 stars

Sugar Bottom Campground

From $14/night 4.5 stars

Sugar Bottom Day Use Area

From $50/night

Tailwater East Campground

From $14/night 4.3 stars

Tailwater West Campground

From $14/night 4.7 stars

Turkey Creek Day Use Area

From $50/night

West Overlook Campground

From $22/night 4.5 stars

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