LEHIGH, IA – As the DNR renovates camp sites at Brushy Creek State Recreation Area, the North campground will remain closed for the 2025 camping season. The Beach and South campgrounds are currently open for reservations until August 3, 2025. The rest of the recreational area is open for day-use, including hiking, equestrian use, fishing and more.
Starting August 3rd, campers can check the DNR Alerts and Closure web page or contact the park office about potential camping availability, with walk-in, self-registration reservations welcome until renovations start. Once construction begins, all campgrounds will be closed for reservations.
Campground renovations at Brushy Creek State Recreation Area will include electrical upgrades to 50-amp service, new water and sewer hook-up sites, pull-through sites, road and camp pad improvements, expanded parking, as well as new grills and picnic tables. The park will also convert to 100 percent online reservations, offering the ability to reserve in real time. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of winter 2025. Dates for campgrounds re-opening will be announced in 2026, when grass has been re-established.
For more information, contact the Brushy Creek SRA office at (515) 543-8298.