Ambrose A. Call State Park is a 138 acre oasis of rugged hills heavily wooded with virgin timber in an area of gently rolling farmland. The park is located near the east fork of the Des Moines River. Ambrose Call and his brother, Asa, were early settlers in the area who carved their claim, the first ........more >

Bigelow Hollow State Park and the adjoining Nipmuck State Forest offer over 9,000 acres of recreation opportunities including miles of hiking trails and an 18-acre pond in Eastern Connecticut.........more >

Black Hawk State Park is home to the southernmost glacial lake in the United States and is a historical icon of Lake View. Many of the parks structures were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s and serve as beautiful locations for picnics and outdoor events. The city of Lake View holds ........more >

Brushy Creek State Recreation Area is one of the largest state parks in Iowa, showcasing native prairie, grassland, timber, river and lake habitats across its 6,500 acres. The lake at Brushy Creek is perfect for swimming, fishing and boating. With more than 45 miles of trails, Brushy Creek is a popular ........more >

The two lodges at Dolliver, built during the 1930's, may be rented for day use. They accommodate groups of 100 people and are ideal for group events such as family reunions and wedding receptions. An open picnic shelter may be reserved for a fee through the park manager. A playground is located in ........more >

This small and beautiful state park sits on the shore of East Lake Okoboji, with trails, a playground and camping amenities. The 80-acre park was donated by Berkley and Elinor Bedell. A life-long resident of the Great Lakes area, Berkley Bedell represented northwest Iowa for 12 years in the U.S. Congress. ........more >

Fort Defiance State Park, located in Emmet County near Estherville, Iowa, spans 191 acres of rugged woodland terrain. Opened to the public in 1930, it offers a scenic retreat with its dense forests and picturesque valleys shaped by ancient glaciers. The park's main feature is an extensive network ........more >

Frank Gotch State Park is a 67-acre park located in Humboldt County, Iowa. Named after the famous world heavyweight wrestling champion Frank A. Gotch, this tranquil area offers visitors an escape into nature with its lush greenery and peaceful surroundings. The main feature of the park is Lake Ann, ........more >

The lakes area of northwest Iowa offers a tremendous array of outdoor recreation opportunities, year-round. The unique setting of beautiful and clear Lakes East and West Okoboji, Big Spirit Lake and other water bodies truly provides wonderful opportunities for outdoor recreation. The focal point for ........more >

The lakes area of northwest Iowa offers a tremendous array of outdoor recreation opportunities, year-round. The unique setting of beautiful and clear Lakes East and West Okoboji, Big Spirit Lake and other water bodies truly provides wonderful opportunities for outdoor recreation. The focal point for ........more >

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The lakes area of northwest Iowa offers a tremendous array of outdoor recreation opportunities, year-round. The unique setting of beautiful and clear Lakes East and West Okoboji, Big Spirit Lake and other water bodies truly provides wonderful opportunities for outdoor recreation. The focal point for ........more >

Pilot Knob State Park is one of the oldest units in the state park system. It was dedicated in 1923. Standing atop the tower on Pilot Knob, the second highest point in Iowa, visitors have a spectacular view. From the tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, one can see great expanses ........more >

Rice Lake State Park is a serene natural area known for its namesake, Rice Lake. The park spans approximately 1,000 acres and provides visitors with picturesque landscapes characterized by gentle hills and lush greenery. Established on May 2nd, 1924, the state park has been a recreational haven for ........more >

Stone State Park is a scenic natural area located in the Loess Hills of western Iowa, near Sioux City. Spanning approximately 1,069 acres, it offers visitors diverse landscapes including prairie grasslands, oak savanna habitats and forested areas rich with wildlife. Established in 1935 as part of ........more >

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Twin Lakes State Park, located in Calhoun County, Iowa, is a serene outdoor destination known for its two adjacent lakes North Twin Lake and South Twin Lake. The park spans 461 acres of land with ample water surface area providing recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing notably for walleye, ........more >

Union Slough National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1937 to provide a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. The actual slough is all that remains of a pre-glacial riverbed, and its name is derived from the connection or union of two watersheds the Blue Earth River ........more >

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