BOAT RAMP CLOSURES: Re-paving of all boat ramp parking lots at Big Creek State Park will take place in 2022. East boat ramp is currently closed and is expected to reopen in July. Re-paving has been completed at the West, marina, and Williams Drive ramps. Use caution at these areas as crews may be in the area completing finishing work. 100th St. boat ramp will remain open throughout the summer. This bulletin will be updated as ramps are closed/re-opened. Questions may be directed to the park office at (515) 984-6473 or big_creek@dnr.iowa.gov. (Updated 6/10/2022)
Trail Closure: The paved trail at Big Creek State Park is currently closed at the East boat ramp for repaving of the roadway leading to the ramp. The trail is expected to re-open in July. (Updated 06/08/2022)
Shelters: All shelters are not accepting reservations for 2023. (Posted March 22, 2022)
July 10th, 2022 Special Event: On Sunday, July 10th the State Games of America Triathlon will be held at Big Creek State Park from 6:00AM to Noon. The event will be staged at the beach area however trails and roadways will be utilized as well. Visitors to the park should expect delays on roadways due to runners and cyclists, limited parking, and increased usage of the beach area during the event. Beach shelters and cabanas will remain available for reservation, however renters should expect higher than normal activity around the beach area until about noon on July 10th. Questions may be directed to the park office at (515) 984-6473 or big_creek@dnr.iowa.gov. (Posted 12/28/2021)