Alerts and Closures

2024 Tour Season Information: 
May 22-October 6 tours are offered Wednesday through Sunday, hourly from 10am to 3pm. Make a reservation by calling 319.934.3572 or email: cedar_rock@dnr.iowa.gov

2024 Campground Availability:  Campsites 1 - 115 (except 49, 50, 66, 67 will remain closed) are accepting reservations through September 30, 2024.  Starting on October 1 the entire campground will be closed for the campground renovation. (Updated July 19, 2024)

Request to be notified when Dolliver Memorial State Park reopens: The campground and all facilities at Dolliver Memorial State Park are closed from August 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024 due to a road repaving project. If the project starts later or is completed earlier than expected, DNR can notify you that the closure will be removed for the campground, cabins, lodges and shelter. If you would like to be notified, fill out the following form, Dolliver Memorial State Park notification Google form. (Posted 9/7/2023 (Updated 6/11/2024)

ATTENTION:  The Fairport Campground is open, however, several sites are still underwater.  The Mississippi River has started to go back down.  Campsites will open back up when they have dried out and Park Staff have been able to make the necessary repairs.  Campsites affected and closed are sites 17-22 and 33-42.  If a reservation was affected by the flood waters, you will be contacted with options.  Boat Ramps are also closed.  Contact the Park Office at 563-263-4337, with any questions.  (Updated 7/21/24)

Campground Closure: The campground will be closed starting on October 1, 2024 through October 31, 2025. (Posted June 15, 2024)

This does not affect the campground.( The campground is open and has water available)Due to a water leak the water is shut off to the south side of the park. There is currently no water supplying the hydrant by the beach or the restroom near shelter #5. We have pit latrines available at both boat ramps, the picnic area, and at the dam. There is an ADA accessible portable toilet located at the top of the hill by the beach. Posted 1/18/2024

Lake draw down for renovations will begin Tuesday, July 9th.  Project is scheduled to be completed by spring 2026.  During this project, Lake Keomah will remain open along with camping and its amenities.

Facilities closing due to the renovations include the Beach, Lodge, and Shelters.

updated; 7/23/24

Please keep out of the lake bed.  Conditions of dried silt give the appearance of solid ground, when in fact the soils are very soft.  These conditions could lead to entrapment, if you fall into these spots.

added: 7/23/24

Lake Keomah is scheduled for a major reconstruction project.  This will improve water quality, provide better amenities for park users and increase structure for fishing.  In order for this project to begin the lake will be drained.  As a result, a drawdown will start after July 4, 2024.  Project is scheduled to be completed by spring 2026.

Created March 11, 2024

Request to be notified when Lake Keomah Facilities reopens: The facilities at Lake Keomah State Park are closed from August 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025, due to renovations. If the project starts later or is completed earlier than expected, DNR can notify you that the closure will be removed for the lodges and shelters. If you would like to be notified, fill out the following form, Lake Keomah Facilities reopens. (POSTED 09/18/2023)

Modern facilities are now available at the North Campground, including electrical pedestals, shower/restroom building, hydrants and sewer hook-ups.  Updated 7-11-24

Due to high river waters Catfish Road inside Lake Manawa State Park is CLOSED until the water recedes and staff is able to clear off debris. This includes the river boat ramp and river parking lot. (Posted June 24, 2024)

LEDGES ROAD CLOSURE UPDATE (July 26, 2024) - Flood waters have nearly receded from the park, but due to debris and mud left behind, parts of Ledges State Park are currently closed to vehicle traffic until clean up efforts can begin. These closures include:

• The one-way Canyon Drive, where motorists usually can drive through the low-water crossings
• Des Moines River boat ramp and parking lot
• Flood Pole parking lot.

Visitors are welcome to hike into the canyon area at this time and the easiest access will be found by parking at the Oak Woods picnic area and then hiking either the closed roadway or any of the trails down into the canyon. On days of heavy visitation, please consider using extra parking here to explore the park. It is expected that the flooding will impact the areas mentioned above for at least the next 2 weeks.

Areas not impacted by the flooding that are still open and accessible by vehicle include the Ledges campground, Carl Fritz Henning Shelter, Lost Lake Nature Trail, and upper picnic areas near the campground entrance. For the most up-to-date information on the flooding impacts, please call the Ledges park office at (515) 432-1852.

Lewis and Clark State Park: On October 15th, 2024 water will become unavailable throughout Lewis and Clark State Park including the shower building, full hookup sites, and hydrants. Water will become available again at the start of the 2025 recreation season. (Posted 7/25/24)

Lewis and Clark State Park Visitor Center and Beach Shelter: The Visitor Center and beach shelter at Lewis and Clark State Park will be closed to the public after Labor Day, 9/2/2024. (Posted 7/25/24)

Banquet Room Closure: Reservations for the Banquet Room will be unavailable beginning in 2023 for repairs and updates. The Banquet Room will be closed for reservations until further notice. If you would like to be notified when the Banquet Room reopens, fill out the following form: Lewis and Clark Google Form. (Updated February 13, 2024)

Campground Closure: The campground will remain closed for 2024. Access to the lake can be gained through the North boat ramp. This ramp has a kayak launch and boat ramp, as well as the fish cleaning station has been reinstalled. Shelters available include the Stone Shelter and Youth Shelter both open for reservations. The Beach is currently open and available for use, as well as all Hiking Trails. (Updated March 1, 2024)

Construction will be on going throughout the park. Please be mindful of trucks and equipment driving through the park and working. Posted (October 31st, 2023)

Multi-use Trail Closure:     The Rock Creek Multi-use Trail system will remain closed indefinitely due to damage sustained from heavy rain and flood events.      The bridges and culverts have sustain significant damaged and will need to be assessed and repaired before opening.    For more information please contact park office at 641-236-3722.

Stone State Park Antlerless Deer Hunt 2024: If you wish to participate in the Stone State Park Antlerless Deer Hunt for 2024 please fill out the application in this form, Stone State Park Antlerless Deer Hunt. Applications will be accepted until September 1st, 2024. (POSTED 7/24/24)

FACILITIES: Modern restroom and shower facilities are open at Union Grove State Park. The north side showers and restrooms are operational, one of the south side showers are open, and one is currently closed for repairs. If you have any questions regarding this closure please contact park staff: 641-473-2556 or union.grove@dnr.iowa.gov (POSTED 04/22/2024)

(POSTED 7/6/2024) The Equestrian Trails are currently OPEN. If you have any questions, please call the park office at (563) 425-4161.

Rental Facility Closure: All of the cabins, the lodge, and the Overlook shelter will not be accepting reservations from April 1 - July 10, 2025 due to a waterline project.  (Posted May 8, 2024)

ATTENTION:  There is currently a Park Road Repaving Project that is taking place.  Once this project begins, accessibility to certain Park amenities, in the Upper and Lower Picnic Areas, may be limited but will still be open.  This includes the Wildcat Den Campground.  At the end of the project, all Park roads will be closed for a period of time. That date will be shared when it is planned to occur.  Please contact the Park Office with any questions or concerns.  (Updated 7/21/24)

The Pine Creek Grist Mill is now open for the 2024 season.  From now until Memorial Day, hours of operation are Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and then Sunday 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.  Hours of operation after Memorial Day will be Wednesday thru Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday 12:00 pm to 5:00pm.  (Posted 5/19/24)

TRAIL CLOSURE:  The Cave Trail, from the Lower Picnic Area to the crossing at State Park Rd., will be closed until Park Staff are able to make necessary trail repairs.  If you have any questions please contact the Park Office at 563-263-4337.  All other Trails are open for use at this time. (Posted 2/5/2024)

As of June 23, 2024 Wilson Island SRA is closed due to the rise of the Missouri River. The campground is not accepting reservations through August 19. (Updated July 25, 2024)