Spruce Creek Park

View of Spruce Creek Park from the Mississippi River Boat harbor Spruce Creek runs through campground

Discover Spruce Creek Park in Bellevue

2026 Camping Season - park will open Friday, May 1 (weather and water levels pending).

 

Spruce Creek Park, situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. Enjoy boating, fishing, camping and more while enjoying the scenic views of the mighty Mississippi.

This 43-acre park offers a boat harbor, modern camping sites, showers and restrooms, shelters (shelters available for reservation), and playground equipment. 

 

Summer 2025 - Replacement of the boat ramp is complete. We are seeking donations for river access improvements. Click here for more information and to make a donation. 

 

All sites are first come first serve. No reservations for campsites.

No ATVs or Golf Carts allowed in park.


Features Available at Various Facilities

  • Carry in/carry out refuse
  • Dump station
  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Firewood available
  • Handicap Accessible
  • On-site resident host
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Table
  • Refuse cans
  • Restroom
  • Sewer Connection
  • Shower facilities
  • Swimming nearby
  • Table with chairs
  • 80+ Campsites - all with 20, 30, and 50 amp electric - no reservations; all sites are first come first serve
    • Camping is $25/night (paved or gravel sites)
  • Firewood - cost is $5 per bundle
  • 5 Transient Docks - cost is $25 per night with electricity (maximum boat length is 36 feet, docks are 20 feet long)
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Docks - 87 dock slips are leased out annually (To get on the waiting list for a boat slip, call 563-652-3783)
    • Open Docks $750/yr
    • Electric Docks $800/yr
  • Dump station
  • Playground
  • Shelter, available for reservation, otherwise on a first-come-first-serve basis
  • Modern restroom/shower facilities
  • Pit toilet
  • Youth Group camping (see bottom of page for permit)
  • Stream fishing
  • Handicapped facilities
  • Water hydrants
  • Pets allowed (must be on leash)
  • Other Fees:
    • Non-registered camper dump station fee $5
    • Non-registered camper shower fee $5
  • Nearest on river gas access is at Massey's Marina, north of Bellevue on Iowa side.