South Shore Area
Mt Pleasant, Iowa
About
The South Shore Area is located on the south side of the Skunk River at the junction of 255th Street and Franklin Avenue. This area is open year-round, with the campground open from mid-April to mid-October. The campground features 30 sites with concrete pads and 50A electrical service, as well as six primitive sites. A campground host is available to assist campers throughout the camping season. The area also features a shower house and restroom, a playground, a dump station, and fishing access to the Skunk River. The Oakland Mills Bridge connects the South Shore to the North Shore Area and a hiking trail, with a swinging bridge, connects to the Top-of-Hill Recreation Area.
Amenities
No amenities listed yet.
Available Site Types
- Full Hookup RV Sites
- Partial Hookup RV Sites
- Pull-Through Sites
- Back-In Sites
- 30 Amp Sites
- 50 Amp Sites
- Tent Sites
- Primitive Tent Sites
- Cabins
- Glamping Tents
- Yurts
- Park Model Rentals
- Cottages
- Group Sites
- Seasonal Sites
- Monthly Sites
- Waterfront Sites
Local Attractions
- Oakland Mills Bridge
- North Shore Area
- Top-of-Hill Recreation Area
- Skunk River
Location
2591 Nature Center Dr
Mt Pleasant, IA 52641
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of sites does South Shore Area offer?
South Shore Area offers Full Hookup RV Sites, Partial Hookup RV Sites, Pull-Through Sites, Back-In Sites, 30 Amp Sites, 50 Amp Sites, Tent Sites, Primitive Tent Sites, Cabins, Glamping Tents, Yurts, Park Model Rentals, Cottages, Group Sites, Seasonal Sites, Monthly Sites, Waterfront Sites.
What is there to do near South Shore Area?
Nearby attractions include Oakland Mills Bridge, North Shore Area, Top-of-Hill Recreation Area, Skunk River.
How is South Shore Area rated?
South Shore Area has a 4.4/5 rating based on 7 Google reviews.
How do I contact South Shore Area?
You can reach South Shore Area by phone at +1 319-986-5067. You can also contact them via their website at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Henry/Park/Oakland-Mills-Park-South-Shore-Area.aspx.
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