Fairport State Recreation Area
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- iowadnr.gov(563) 263-4337
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Alert Fairport State Recreation Area: DocksDocks: Both Docks will be pulled from the river sometime between mid to late November. (Posted 10/13/2026)
Posted by the park 2026-10-13. Official alert
Partial closure Fairport State Recreation Area: Modern Facilites ClosureModern Facilites Closure: As of October 15, 2026, water has been turned off and the modern restroom facilities are closed for the season. Water will… (more)
Modern Facilites Closure: As of October 15, 2026, water has been turned off and the modern restroom facilities are closed for the season. Water will be turned back on late April to the beginning of May 2027. Electricity in the Campground will remain on until November 1, when the Campground closes for the season. The Vault Toilet remains open year round. (Posted 10/15/2026)
Posted by the park 2026-09-14. Official alert
Overview
In Muscatine County, about 8 miles east of Muscatine, Fairport State Recreation Area covers about 14 acres.
The park supports boating. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Pets
Privately owned animals must be on a leash of max six feet or confined; pets may not be left unattended in campgrounds; most cabins/yurts are pet-free.
Statewide rule from Iowa's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Camping
- Required
- Booking system
- Iowa State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- 1-877-427-2757
The campground is 100% reservable and a reservation is required.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites Camp at one of Fairport’s electric campsites. Campers will enjoy river views from their campsites, along with modern amenities such as electrical hook-ups and modern restrooms and showers. Advanced campsite reservations can be made online through the online reservation system for Fairport State Recreation Area. The campground is 100% reservable and a reservation is required. | — | — |
Camping details from the park
Camp at one of Fairport’s electric campsites. Campers will enjoy river views from their campsites, along with modern amenities such as electrical hook-ups and modern restrooms and showers. Advanced campsite reservations can be made online through the online reservation system for Fairport State Recreation Area.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
CampingBoating
Boating and paddling
Boat and fish using Fairport’s access to the Mississippi. Two boat ramps provide boating access, with courtesy docks at each ramp. The Mississippi is a popular fishing destination for walleye, catfish and numerous other fish species. View wildlife at Fairport near the river. Large towboats, recreational boaters, river wildlife and the majesty of the river can be seen from the recreation area.
Fishing
Boat and fish using Fairport’s access to the Mississippi. Two boat ramps provide boating access, with courtesy docks at each ramp. The Mississippi is a popular fishing destination for walleye, catfish and numerous other fish species.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Playground
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 3280 IA-22
Muscatine, IA 52761 - Nearest town
- Muscatine — about 8 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.4325, -90.9241
- Phone
- (563) 263-4337
- Wildcat_Den@dnr.iowa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Iowa State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Iowa DNR 'All Parks' directory (Drupal view, ?page=0..3) — state parks, recreation areas, a state preserve and state forests
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology