Explore Webster City, Iowa, in an RVshare RV Rental
Webster City, IA is situated about 76 miles northwest of Des Moines. This small city has a population of just under 8,000 people, yet the area is packed with epic recreation areas, fascinating antique stores, unique boutiques, charming coffee shops, and other fun things to see and do.
Outdoor enthusiasts will want to check out Briggs Woods County Park to enjoy a day of fishing, boating, and swimming at the local 70-acre lake. You can go golfing at the 18-hole Briggs Woods Golf Course or camp at either of the two available camping areas; one is called the Briggs Woods campground, and the other is the Little Wall Lake campground. Options ranging from primitive to full hookups are available. A short drive away, you’ll find a series of enchanting waterfalls at Boone River.
Webster City offers you the opportunity to view 40 lovely barn quilts as you explore the area. If you enjoy searching out one-of-a-kind quilt trails, you might want to visit this area just to see and photograph these appealing art pieces.
The Illinois Central Railroad Depot now serves as the home base for the Buchan County Tourism Visitor Center. It is also a museum educating visitors about local railroad history. The depot used to be part of a functioning railroad that was originally founded in 1851.
If unique museums are of interest to you, you’ll find several other museum-centered day trips worth making from Webster City. The Swedish Immigrant Museum and Research Library in nearby Stratford, IA offers you opportunities to learn about the history of Swedish immigrants that populated the Swede Bend settlement in Iowa.
Events Near Webster City, Iowa
The Midwest Polka Fest takes place annually in September in nearby Dakota, IA. This cultural folk dancing and music festival attracts bands and fans from across the United States.
Every summer, sculptors and art enthusiasts flock to the Arts R Alive Sculpture Contest at West Twin Park in Webster City to enjoy viewing a juried selection of the Midwest’s finest contemporary sculpture and public art.
The Fine Art in the Park Art Festival takes place annually in August in Algona, IA. This event brings together live musicians and dozens of local artists who display their paintings, photography, and other work for public enjoyment.
Popular Nearby RV Parks and Campgrounds
Dolliver Memorial State Park is a 594-acre property including a campground area with a dump station. The scenic Des Moines River Valley RV campsite offers a mix of terrain including flatlands and spectacular views from atop canyon bluffs.
John F Kennedy Memorial Park is an RV-friendly camping destination offering a 53-acre lake, a volleyball court, picnic areas, and an 18-hole municipal golf course.
Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Brushy Creek State Recreation Area to enjoy camping, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, and fishing for diverse species including bluegill, crappie, bass, catfish, and walleye. One of the unique features of this RV campsite property is the option for equestrian camping. If you’re traveling with one or more horses, you’ll appreciate the presence of hitch rails and a horse wash facility at this location. Full hookups are available.
RVshare’s Top Picks for RV Dump Stations Near Webster City, Iowa
Briggs Woods Park offers a dump station. You’ll find it at the west end of the campground. This facility is open year around. You’ll also find RV dump stations at Webster City RV and Riverview Park in Webster City. If you plan to travel to the Des Moines area, you’ll want to check out more options in RVshare’s guide to Des Moines dump stations.
Best RV Storage Facilities Near Webster City, Iowa
If you're looking to store your RV near Webster City, Storage Mart is nearby in Des Moines. This facility offers mega units that can accommodate boats and large vehicles, and they also have smaller units available. Pricing for a unit measuring 10 feet by 30 feet by 8 feet starts at $164.99 per month if you book your space online.
Squirrel Storage is located in Ames, Iowa. Here you can rent a variety of storage unit sizes and pricing options. At the time we checked with them, the largest space available was 300 square feet and measured 10 feet by 30 feet. Prices for extra-large units start at $185 per month.
You’ll find even more RV storage facilities available in the greater Des Moines metro area.
