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Union Grove State Park
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UNION GROVE STATE PARK
UNION GROVE STATE PARK
1215 220th Street
Gladbrook, Iowa   50635

Phone: 641-473-2556
Reservations: 877-427-2757
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Union Grove State Park, located in Tama County near Gladbrook, Iowa, spans approximately 110 acres of picturesque landscape. Established in 1938 as a state park.

The main feature is Union Grove Lake which covers about 110-acres and offers excellent opportunities for fishing with species like bass, bluegill and catfish prevalent. The lake also supports boating activities (electric motors only) and has a swimming beach area for visitors to enjoy during warmer months.

In addition to water recreation, the park provides various amenities including picnic areas equipped with shelters that can be reserved; campsites ranging from electric hookups to non-electric sites; modern restrooms facilities are available seasonally along trails suitable for hiking through diverse habitats such as woodlands and prairie remnants offering glimpses of local wildlife.
Fishing
Located in Iowa, this park offers fishing opportunities on a 110-acre lake. Anglers can catch catfish, crappie and bluegill. There's also an abundant population of largemouth bass for sportfishing enthusiasts to enjoy. Ice fishing is popular during winter months too.


Location
Union Grove State Park is located near Marshalltown

Picnicking
Union Grove State Park offers picnic areas with tables, grills and shelters. A lodge is available for larger gatherings.
Birding
Birdwatchers can enjoy spotting various species such as warblers, sparrows and waterfowl. The park's diverse habitats attract different birds throughout the year. Birding trails are available for exploration with binoculars recommended to spot high-flying or distant birds.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
May 8 Nicely kept by Arthur
park review stars; one to five Sites are about 20 feet apart unlike what it looks like on the campsite map. Tent sites are all sloping on the grassy hillside. They could improve it by making some level ground. Level sites are in the middle (6,8,10,11). Nice trail through the woods. Lake is shallow on campground side but its an easy drive around to the other side.
May 7
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