Does Osborne Campground Allow EV Charging?

Here's what you need to know about EV charging at this RV park in Elkader, Iowa.

Location

29862 Osborne Rd

Elkader, IA 52043

EV Charging Policy

Verified by official park websiteSource:mycountyparks.comLast checked Mar 2026

EV Charging Stations Available

Electric vehicle charger located in the Osborne Nature Center parking lot.

Osborne Campground in Elkader, Iowa has on-site EV charging stations available for guests. Campsite charging is not permitted, but on-site charging infrastructure is available. Electric vehicle charger located in the Osborne Nature Center parking lot. If you need DC fast charging beyond what the park provides, Guttenberg is about 17 miles away with Ford BlueOval. After that, the next option is Prairie du Chien, roughly 23 miles out, with Tesla Supercharger. That one is across the Mississippi in Wisconsin. Iowa's EV charging network follows the interstate system, with growing coverage between the larger towns.

DC Fast Charging Near Osborne Campground

Guttenberg
17 mi
Ford BlueOval
Prairie du Chien
23 mi
Tesla Supercharger

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, though not at your campsite. Osborne Campground has dedicated EV charging stations on the property. Bring your SAE J1772 adapter, since most park chargers aren't on the NACS Tesla plug style yet. Iowa's EV charging network follows the interstate system, with growing coverage between the larger towns.

Osborne Campground has dedicated EV charging stations rather than campsite-level hookups. Dedicated park chargers are typically Level 2 (J1772 connector), which is compatible with most EVs. Expect to add 20 to 30 miles of range per hour. That one is across the Mississippi in Wisconsin.

Osborne Campground has on-site EV charging stations, which may be all you need. But if you're looking for DC fast charging or need more power than the park's chargers provide, here's what's nearby. The nearest DC fast charging is in Guttenberg, about 17 miles away, with Ford BlueOval. Beyond that, Prairie du Chien is about 23 miles away with Tesla Supercharger. Have your next charging stop figured out before you arrive. The peace of mind is worth the two minutes of planning.

Mostly, yes. Osborne Campground doesn't allow charging at individual campsites, but they do have dedicated EV charging stations on the property. Iowa's EV charging network follows the interstate system, with growing coverage between the larger towns.

It depends. Osborne Campground has dedicated EV charging stations, but campsite charging is not allowed. Whether you can leave your vehicle at the charging station overnight depends on the park's specific rules. Ask at check-in to avoid any surprises. That one is across the Mississippi in Wisconsin.

Osborne Campground has dedicated EV charging stations on the property, though we don't have the exact count. Contact the park for current availability and whether reservations are needed.