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DNR seeks public input on state park administrative rule revisions

The DNR is seeking informal comments on administrative rules for Iowa state parks and related programs.

Display Date
June 25, 2024
State Parks
News Release

New Track Chair at Big Creek State Park opens doors to the outdoors

Big Creek State Park has a new way to explore the outdoors through the addition of an Action Trackchair®.

Display Date
June 18, 2024
State Parks
News Release

Your passport to adventure this summer in Iowa state parks

The Iowa State Park Passport is back in 2024 and better than ever.

Display Date
May 28, 2024
State Parks
News Release

Get inspired at Cedar Rock: Now open for the summer season

Visitors to Cedar Rock State Park will come away inspired and fascinated by this Frank Lloyd Wright designed home in Buchanan County.

Display Date
May 28, 2024
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 2024 Photo Contest.

Display Date
May 28, 2024
State Parks
News Release

Storm damage and flooding impact some Iowa state parks for Memorial Day weekend

Several Iowa state parks have been impacted by recent heavy rains and storms, causing closures in some areas.

Display Date
May 23, 2024
State Parks
News Release

Visitors expected to fill parks over Memorial Day weekend

Iowa state parks and forests are gearing up for a busy Memorial Day weekend, the traditional start of the outdoor summer recreation season.

Display Date
May 21, 2024
Camping
State Parks
News Release

Peak camping season begins May 1

With more than 864,000 campers and almost 14 million visitor days last year, state parks are anticipating another busy season.

Display Date
April 30, 2024
State Parks
News Release

DNR investigates tree and fire vandalism at Big Creek State Park

On March 15 around 10:30 p.m. several local law enforcement agencies were called to Big Creek State Park to extinguish an illegal bonfire at the east boat ramp.

Display Date
March 26, 2024
State Parks
Camping
News Release

Spend your summer in a state park as a campground host!

Several Iowa state parks are still looking for campground hosts for the 2024 season.

Display Date
March 22, 2024
Employment
State Parks
News Release

Looking for a summer job in natural resources?

The DNR is hiring seasonal park aides to work in Iowa state parks and forests this summer.

Display Date
March 22, 2024
State Parks
News Release

Gull Point State Park lodge and shelter to open for 2024

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is opening the Gull Point State Park lodge and shelter for reservations, starting March 20.

Display Date
March 12, 2024
State Parks
News Release

McIntosh Woods State Park to install new docks

The DNR will be installing four new docks at McIntosh Woods State Park this spring, providing boaters improved access for the upcoming recreation season.

Display Date
March 12, 2024
Public Meetings & Comments
State Parks

DNR to host public meeting on Big Creek State Park shelter improvements

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host an open house on March 7, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Lakeside Fellowship

Display Date
February 27, 2024
State Parks
Forestry
News Release

Iowa’s largest sycamore tree severely damaged by suspicious fire at Geode State Park

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is asking the public for any information as to the cause of a suspicious fire at Geode State Park on Sunday, Feb. 18.

Display Date
February 23, 2024

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