BOAT RAMP CLOSURES: Re-paving of all boat ramp parking lots at Big Creek State Park will take place in 2022. West boat ramp and Williams Drive boat ramp are currently closed and expected to re-open in June. East boat ramp and 100th St. boat ramps are currently open. The Beach boat ramp is open, please use caution as construction crews may still be working in the area. Resurfacing of the East boat ramp will begin following completion of the West boat ramp in June. 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 5/19/2022)
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)