Decorah, Iowa

Welcome to
Middle Bear
Campground

A quiet place to rest between adventures — where the trees are tall, the nights are still, and there's always room for one more campfire.

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Nestled along a quiet stretch of rural Winneshiek County, Middle Bear Campground offers a simple, honest place to settle in and listen to the wind move through the pines.

Cabin interior at Middle Bear Campground
Our Story

A place that feels
like coming home

Middle Bear Campground sits on a gentle rise of land just outside Decorah, where the rolling hills of the Driftless Region give way to thick stands of oak and maple. We opened our grounds to travelers who wanted something quieter — a place without the rush of crowded parks or the noise of busy roads.

Our cabins are built for comfort without fuss: clean lines, warm wood, and windows that look out onto trees. The campsites are spread wide enough for privacy, and the fire rings are ready whenever you are.

Whether you're passing through on your way to the Luther College campus, exploring the Upper Iowa River, or simply looking for a weekend where the only schedule is the sunset — you'll find a welcome here.

Private Cabins

Fully equipped & furnished

Spacious Sites

Room for tents & trailers

Quiet Location

Away from the main road

Natural Setting

Trees, hills & open sky

Stay With Us

Our cabins

Cozy cabin interior with wooden furnishings

The Oak Cabin

Up to 4 guests

A compact retreat framed by mature oaks. Features a queen bed, a small kitchenette, and a porch that catches the morning light.

Queen Bed Kitchenette Wraparound Porch WiFi
Rustic cabin exterior with pine trees

The Pine Cabin

Up to 6 guests

Spacious enough for a small family or a pair of friends. Two bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a stone fireplace that makes evenings feel right.

2 Bedrooms Full Kitchen Fireplace WiFi
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Under the Stars

Campsites for
every kind of traveler

Our grounds offer both shaded and open sites, each with a fire ring and enough room to spread out. Whether you're carrying a lightweight pack or towing a full trailer, there's a spot here that fits.

We keep the sites separated by natural barriers — trees, shrubs, and gentle slopes — so your privacy is respected and the campground feels larger than it is.

Tent Sites

Shaded & open options available

RV Sites

Pull-through & back-in sites with hookups

Shared Facilities

Clean restrooms & potable water on-site

Campsites among trees at Middle Bear Campground
Explore Nearby

The Decorah area

The Driftless Region is one of the most scenic stretches of land in the Midwest — no glaciers ever touched it, so the hills are steep, the valleys are deep, and the water runs clear. Here's what's close by.

Rolling hills of the Driftless Region

The Driftless Region

Ancient valleys and bluffs perfect for hiking, kayaking, and discovering waterfalls that never saw an ice age.

Luther College campus in Decorah

Luther College

A short drive away — the campus hosts concerts, art exhibits, and the famous Wildcat Days that draw visitors from all over.

Pikes Peak State Park waterfall

Pikes Peak State Park

Home to Iowa's highest waterfall, this park offers some of the most rewarding day hikes in the state.

Get in Touch

We'd love
to hear from you

Whether you're planning a weekend trip or just have a question about the grounds, give us a call or send a message. We respond to every inquiry personally.

(563) 735-5350

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1449 380th St

Decorah, IA 52101

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