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Red Haw State Park campground opening July 1

The campground at Red Haw State Park will open starting July 1, 2025 after being closed for three years due to extensive tornado damage.

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June 24, 2025
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A group of people around a campfire at a campground.
State Parks
News Release

Nature is Calling: Explore Iowa with the State Park Passport in 2025

The Iowa State Park Passport is back and better than ever. With more than 60 state parks and forests featured, visitors will love discovering hidden gems.

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June 3, 2025
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A group of people around a campfire at a campground.
State Parks
News Release

Attention Photographers: Showcase your pictures and Iowa state parks in national contest

If you enjoy photographing Iowa state parks, the Iowa DNR invites you to enter your photos in the America’s State Parks 2025 Photo Contest.

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May 20, 2025
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A scenic outlook over lush green fields.
State Parks
News Release

Iowa DNR Encourages Trail Safety and Courtesy as Spring Recreation Season Begins

Iowa DNR reminds hikers, cyclists, and equestrians to to prioritize safety and courtesy through its “Share the Trail” initiative. Sixteen state parks and forest

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May 7, 2025
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Woman walking her dog on a hiking trail.
State Parks
News Release

Peak camping season kicks off this month

With more than 759,000 campers and more than 13.5 million visitor days last year, state parks are anticipating another busy season.

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May 7, 2025
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A group of people around a campfire at a campground.
State Parks
News Release

DNR to temporarily close Clare Wilson Bridge for repairs

Iowa DNR announces a temporary closure of the bridge, fishing piers and parking lot at Clare Wilson State Recreation Area beginning May 5, for critical repairs.

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April 29, 2025
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DNR Logo, white text on green circle.
State Parks
Volunteering
News Release

We need you: Volunteer this summer as a campground host

The Iowa DNR is urgently seeking volunteer campground hosts for select state parks and forests for the 2025 recreation season.

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April 25, 2025
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A group of people around a campfire at a campground.
State Parks
News Release

Three Iowa state parks to host Take It Outside camps this summer

The Iowa DNR will host Take It Outside camps for families living near Walnut Woods, Maquoketa Caves and Ledges state parks.

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April 8, 2025
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Group of kids outdoors, huddled around what look like educational worksheets.
State Parks
News Release

Explore campground hosting at Iowa State Parks and Forests

The Iowa DNR is actively searching for top-notch volunteers who love to camp and enjoy meeting people to serve as campground hosts for the 2025 camping season.

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March 11, 2025
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A group of people around a campfire at a campground.
State Parks
News Release

Join a First Day Hike on New Year’s Day

What’s the best way to spend New Year’s Day? Take a First Day Hike in an Iowa state park or forest!

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December 10, 2024
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State Parks
News Release

Busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and at state parks, 2024

The unofficial end to summer this weekend is expected to draw thousands of Iowans to their state parks and waterways.

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August 27, 2024
State Parks

Two popular state parks to host centennial celebrations this fall

2024 marks the 100th anniversary of both Pilot Knob State Park, Forest City, and Ledges State Park, Boone.

Display Date
August 27, 2024
State Parks
News Release

Dolliver Memorial State Park closed for road renovations

The road through Dolliver Memorial State Park closed on Aug. 5 for a major road repaving project.

Display Date
August 7, 2024
State Parks

Flooding continues across Iowa: safety and cleanup reminders to help with recovery

While some parts of Iowa continue to experience high and rising flood waters, other communities are in recovery and clean-up mode.

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June 27, 2024
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Camping
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State Parks
News Release

DNR shares tips for a safe Fourth of July holiday weekend

As the 4th of July holiday weekend quickly approaches the forecast predicts very warm weather which will draw thousands of people to state parks.

Display Date
June 25, 2024

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