Camping
Camping your cup of tea? We offer both electrical and primitive sites. We can accommodate both large groups as well as small intimate camp sites. Camp near the Yellow River or on the bluff top at The Natural Gait. Beautiful scenic camp sites. Close to the Mississippi River. In NE Iowa

Boating - Hiking - Horse Trails - Kayaking - Nature Trails
 
We're here for you. It's your time.
You'll want to stay forever!




The Natural Gait | Camping Sites


Camping Amenities

General

  • Pets welcome
  • Outdoor grill, Picnic tables
  • Fire Ring, Firewood
  • Mercantile - Gift Shop (Lower Level of Shower House)
  • Shower House
  • Laundry Room in Shower House
  • Pop Machines, Ice on Site
  • Access to TNG Mercantile
  • Access to the horse & hiking trails
  • Access to the Lodge
  • Fishing Pond on Site
  • Use of the Indoor and Outdoor Arenas
  • Wireless Internet available at The Lodge
  • Computer available in Laundry Room
Primitive
  • Upper Gait sites overlooking river valley and are located in wooded area next to cabins.
  • Lower Gait sites next to Yellow River
  • $25/night
Electric
  • Upper Gait sites overlook river valley are located in wooded area next to cabins
  • Upper Gait larger sites for trailers located near outdoor arena.
  • Lower Gait sites next to Yellow River
  • Flush out not available
  • $25/night
What to Bring & Notes
  • Bring your own charcoal


  • Hooking up to water hydrants to create
    a continuous water supply to a trailer is not allowed.


  • Campers may fill water reservoirs, if needed. However, hose must be disconnected from the hydrant when done.


  • We support Iowa's "Buy It Where you Burn It" policy to avoid the spread of invasive infestations. Wood Bundles are available for purchase. ($5.00/bundle)

Directions and Maps
 
Directions to Upper Gait Campground of The Natural Gait  from Monona, IA
At the 4 way stop in Monona go east on East Iowa St. which turns into B45. Go 5.2 miles on B45 and turn left onto X36. Take Jeff Davis off X36 and go 3.2 miles then turn left onto Burger Road. Follow road to end of Burger Road.

Directions to Upper Gait Gait Campground of The Natural Gait  from Marquette, IA
From Hwy 18 head west, take right onto County Road B45 just past the Welcome to IA sign. Go 7.2 miles to X36, turn right (north) on X36. At 1.2 miles take Jeff Davis off X36 and go 3.2 miles then turn left onto Burger Road. We're at the end of the road.


Directions to Lower Gait Campground of The Natural Gait  from Marquette, IA
Take 76 North (Great River Road) out of Marquette. Turn left immediately past the 14 mile marker, onto X36 (Ion Road).  Go approximately 2 miles and Turn Left onto Old Mission Drive. Continue approximately 1 1/2 miles on Old Mission Drive.  Turn right into gated Lower Gait Campground.


Directions to Lower Gait Campground of The Natural Gait  from Intersection Hwy 76 and Hwy 9, Waukon, IA
Proceed SE on Hwy 76. Turn right 7/8th of a mile past the 15 mile marker onto X36 (Ion Road).   Go approximately 2 miles and Turn Left onto Old Mission Drive. Continue approximately 1 1/2 miles on Old Mission Drive.  Turn right into gated Lower Gait Campground.






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