Upper Boat Ramp Closure: The boat ramp on Upper Pine Lake is closed until further notice. The boat ramp on Lower Pine Lake will not be impacted by this closure. Questions may be directed to the park office at 641-858-5832 or pine_lake@dnr.iowa.gov. (Updated 10/11/2021)
Off-season Amenities: The campground at Pine Lake State Park is open year-round and electricity remains on throughout the winter. Modern restrooms and showers in the campground will remain open until October 15th. Water from frost-free hydrants will remain on in the campground until mid-November as weather allows. A vault toilet is available for off-season use South of the campground at the Upper Pine Lake boat ramp. Other modern restrooms throughout the park will remain open until October 15th. Questions regarding off-season amenities should be directed to the park office at (641) 858-5832 or pine_lake@dnr.iowa.gov. (Posted 09/14/2021)
Campground Reopening: The campground at Pine Lake State Park has re-opened after being closed for renovations since August or 2020. Campers making reservations at Pine Lake should be aware that some campsites have been removed in order to increase usable space for the remaining campsites. This has resulted in changes to campsite numbers, and some campsites that were once first-come, first-served may now be reservable and vice-versa. Campers wishing to reserve sites in a specific area of the campground should consult the updated campground map prior to making a reservation. Also be aware that staff continue to remove trees in the campground due to emerald ash borer, and site photos may not reflect those changes at this time. Please direct questions to the park office at pine_lake@dnr.iowa.gov or 641-858-5832. (Updated 05/03/2021)