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Blanchard Island Recreation Area

Overview The Mississippi River Project’s Muscatine Ranger Station has gone to a new way to pay for First-Come First-Serve campsites at the Blanchard Island Recreation Area. This new way is called "Scan & Pay". Blanchard Island’s open fee dates are May 15th through October 15th. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site using the QR Code and Recreation.gov mobile APP. (Cash will no longer be accepted for payment. Credit Card Only.) Recreation…

  • Managed by: US Army Corps of Engineers
  • Coordinates: 41.347496, -91.053715

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Blanchard Island
  • Shady Creek Recreation Area - Boat Ramp
  • SHADY CREEK
  • Clark's Ferry Recreation Area - Boat Ramp
  • CLARKS FERRY
  • Andalusia Slough

Frequently asked questions

Is Blanchard Island Recreation Area reservable?

Yes — Blanchard Island Recreation Area accepts reservations. Check the live availability calendar to see open dates and book.

Where is Blanchard Island Recreation Area?

See the map for Blanchard Island Recreation Area's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Blanchard Island Recreation Area?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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