West Overlook Day Use Area
Coralville Lake, Iowa
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As of September 2026, West Overlook Day Use Area is a campground in Iowa with 1 campsite. West Overlook Day Use Area is booked through Recreation.gov.
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September 2026
Campsites at West Overlook Day Use Area
- Group 1
- Hookups 1
Amenities
- potable water
- playground
- boat ramp
At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography.
All sites at West Overlook Day Use Area, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the West Overlook Day Use loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Group | 50 | Electric, Water |
About West Overlook Day Use Area
Overview
West Overlook Day Use Area is a day-use facility located on the shore of Coralville Lake. Coralville Lake is a multiple use project providing benefits in flood control and low flow augmentation, as well as recreation, fish and wildlife management and forest management. Coralville Lake provides many recreational opportunities, including boating, camping, hiking, mountain biking, lake and river fishing, swimming, water skiing, picnicking and hunting.
Recreation
Visitors enjoy Coralville Lake for boating, fishing, swimming and water activities. Anglers will find large and smallmouth bass, crappie, walleye and catfish. The West Overlook Day Use Area offers a boat ramp, designated swimming beach, playground, picnic sites, group picnic shelter, and a sand volleyball court.
Natural Features
Coralville Lake is located in the Iowa River Valley, just north of Iowa City. West Overlook Day Use is located on the east side of the lake, just above the Coralville Lake Dam. Wildlife is abundant throughout the project. White-tailed deer, turkeys, pheasants, waterfowl, song birds and other species roam the lands around the lake.
Nearby Attractions
The Devonian Fossil Gorge is just below the dam, offering a unique opportunity to explore a 375-million-year old sea floor and discover fossil remains of sea life that once inhabited this tropical marine environment. Twenty discovery points can be found throughout the site along with a cell phone audio tour.
Sugar Bottom Mountain Bike Trail is located in the Sugar Bottom Day Use Area and offers beginner to expert trails.
Six campgrounds are located at Coralville Lake offering non-electric tent-only campsites up to full service 50 amp/water/sewer campsites.
Several trails are located at Coralville Lake, including the Woodpecker and Squire Point trails and barrier-free paved trails located at the Veterans Trail and Riverwalk Trail.
Sugar Bottom Disc Golf Course is located in the Sugar Bottom Day Use Area and offers 18 partially wooden and open holes.
Turkey Creek Disc Golf Course is located in the Turkey Creek Day Use Area and offers 9 partially wooden and open holes.
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West Overlook Day Use Area FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at West Overlook Day Use Area?
West Overlook Day Use Area is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at West Overlook Day Use Area?
Cancellations happen frequently at West Overlook Day Use Area, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does West Overlook Day Use Area have?
West Overlook Day Use Area has 1 campsites.
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