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Pikes Peak State Park

Famed for its majestic views of the Mississippi River, Pikes Peak State Park is one of Iowa’s premier nature destinations. Located on a national scenic byway, the park features 11 miles of trails brimming with scenic bluffs and valleys. Walk the half-mile trail to see Bridal Veil Falls, hike to Point Ann overlooking the nearby town of McGregor or see where the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers meet atop a 500-foot bluff. A hiker’s delight and one of the most picturesque regions in the state, Pikes Peak is a must for anyone wanting to see the breathtaking views of Iowa.


PLAN YOUR VISIT

Hike the half-mile boardwalk to Bridal Veil Falls and explore Bear Mound — an effigy built by native americans from the woodland era. For those seeking a more adventurous route, hike the four-mile trail to Point Ann and take in the scenic views overlooking the town of Mcgregor and the Mississippi River. Fossil remains can also be found along the trails including brachiopods, gastropods and cephalopods. Mountain bikes are allowed on the trail from Homestead park to the Mcgregor parking lots.

Camp in one of several campsites available at Pikes Peak. The campground contains both full hook-up and electric campsites, modern restrooms, showers and a trailer dump station. Picnic tables and a fire ring are provided at each campsite. Advanced reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Pikes Peak State Park and 100% of the campsites are reservable and a reservation is required. The campground accepts reservations March 1 - November and is closed December - February.

Reserve a shelter and take in the finest views of the upper midwest during your visit. A rustic stone picnic shelter and two gazebos are located in the main picnic and overlook area and are ADA accessible. Shelters can be reserved through the online reservation system for Pikes Peak State Park.

Explore the Effigy Mounds National Monument seven miles north of the park. This monument preserves more than 200 mounds built by native americans from the woodland culture. Some mounds are in the shape of animal effigies, and were thought to be used for ceremonial or burial purposes. Visitors are encouraged to take a hike around the two-mile fire point trail where more than 20 mounds can be spotted.



Pikes Peak State Park
32264 Pikes Peak Rd
McGregor, IA 52157
Ph: 563-873-2341
Pikes_Peak@dnr.iowa.gov


BURN BAN ( Effective 10-9-2024) Clayton County is in a burn ban no campfires in the campground at this time.

Winterization, Pikes Peak State Park will winterize all modern facilities to include restrooms, shower buildings on October 16th. Water hydrant's will remain on until October 28th 2024. All facilities will be locked and closed for the season after October 28th 2024.  

Detour Road Closure Expected 8-12-2024

The city of McGregor's road construction will affect all users to the park. The roadway intersection on Hwy 18 Business and Main steet at St. Mary's Catholic Church will be closed. All campers and towed units will have to use one of the two alternative routes to get to the campground and main overlook. 

Gravel Option- From the intersection of Hwy 18 Business and Klein Brewery Road. Turn onto Klein Brewery Road down the hill, Turn onto Kimberly ave, Turn left onto King Road, Turn right onto Great River Road to main entrance of Pikes Peak State Park.

 

NON Gravel Option- From Hwy 18 East or West, take Hwy 52 towards Garnavillo Iowa, Once in Garnavillo Iowa. Turn onto Clayton Rd heading east ( 3.9 Mi) Turn Left onto Clayton County Road X56/ Great River Road (6.6 Mi) Turn right onto Pikes Peak Road to the main entrace of the park.

 

For question please call (563) 873-2341

AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

  • Hiking trails
  • Concessions
  • Shelters ; ADA Accessible
  • Modern restrooms
  • Showers; ADA Accessible
  • Electric campsites
  • Non-electric campsites
  • Youth group only campsites
  • Dump station