Welcome to Under the Stars @ Chimney Rock Campground!

Under New Ownership!

Chimney Rock campground is once again open to the public. Our property lies along the “Chimney Rocks” portion of the scenic Upper Iowa River in the driftless region of northeast Iowa. The Upper Iowa River has been recognized by National Geographic’s Adventure Magazine as one of the top 100 adventures in the United States. Located on a private farm, Under the Stars @ Chimney Rock offers a relaxing, rustic country atmosphere. This year we will be open from April 1 through October 31. We may also be open on a limited basis, and by advance reservation only, to fisherman, hunters and other nature lovers (hiking, biking, snowmobiling and cross country skiing), this fall and winter.

We are located just 15 miles from Decorah IA, 1½ hours from Rochester MN, LaCrosse WI, Marquette IA and Lanesboro MN, and just 2½ hours south of the Twin Cities and MSP airport. We’re also only 16 miles from Harmony MN which boasts a large Amish population and the Niagara Cave. 

We also offer Canoe and Kayak Rentals, Transportation of your canoes or kayaks if room available, Cabins, Electric site Camping, Primitive Camping, Flush Toilets and showers in the bath house, Porta-potties located in primitive areas, Dump Station for RVs, Fishing Ice, firewood available. Private livery fee for private kayaks or canoes

The Ritners

Meet The Owners:

The Ritners moved to Iowa in 2008 from Los Angeles, California. They fell in love with Chimney Rock Campground the first time they canoed here. Rod, Kathleen and Cody can be found milling around the campground along with their 2 dogs Cricket and Fat Walter. It’s going to be a great summer. We hope to see you at camp.

Iowa Rivers Named Among the Best in the Country

Iowa Rivers

Cabins

Click the images to see inside each cabin.

Cabin 1 exterior
Cabin 1
Cabin 2 exterior
Cabin 2
Cabin 3 exterior
Cabin 3
Cabin 4 exterior
Cabin 4
Cabin 5 exterior
Cabin 5
Cabin 6 exterior
Cabin 6

A great weekend at Chimney Rock Campground! Our family and friends love camping under the stars at Chimney Rock. The clean Campground and friendly owners camping along side the Upper... read more

Michael Lauritsen Avatar Michael Lauritsen
September 9, 2022

Great place to camp, kayak and canoe. Beautiful area!

Amy Schirm Avatar Amy Schirm
June 21, 2022

We stayed over this last weekend June 2021 and it was such a wonderful experience! Everything from the booking, customer service, hosts, bath house, office, and most definitely the shuttles... read more

New Mom Goofin’ With Destiny Avatar New Mom Goofin’ With Destiny
June 16, 2021

star rating  If your looking for that small town charm and midwest hospitality this is not the place for you. The new California lady owner is mean! As a native to the... read more

Annie R
June 7, 2022

star rating  We have a large group of friends (50-70 depending on the year) that has been coming to this camp ground for over 20 years and we can say this year... read more

299meghane
June 1, 2022

star rating  Today I went on my very first kayaking adventure. I had an amazing time. My friends and I were pulling in our own kayaks and almost finished. A lady who... read more

emalli88
May 30, 2022

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