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Iowa DNR to host open house on Red Haw State Park improvement plans

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting an open house to discuss renovation and improvement plans for Red Haw State Park.

Display Date
October 3, 2023
State Parks

Cedar Valley Lakes Trail Reopening Ribbon Cutting Event

The Cedar Valley Trails Partnership and the Iowa DNR will host a celebration and ribbon cutting for the newly paved section of the Cedar Valley Lakes Trail.

Display Date
September 19, 2023
State Parks

Lend a hand in a state park at Statewide Volunteer Day on Sept. 23

Iowans are invited to lend a hand at the Iowa Department of Natural Resources' annual statewide Volunteer Day on Saturday, Sept. 23.

Display Date
September 12, 2023
State Parks
News Release

Derecho-damaged trees focus of salvage timber sale at Pilot Knob State Park

A portion of Pilot Knob State Park will close Sept. 26 to allow for removal of trees in the southeast portion of the park.

Display Date
September 6, 2023
State Parks
Events & Public Meetings

Iowa DNR to host open house on Clear Lake State Park improvement plans

The Iowa DNR is hosting an open house to discuss renovation and improvement plans for Clear Lake State Park, at 6:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 11.

Display Date
September 5, 2023
Boating
Canoe, Kayak & Paddle Sports
State Parks
Camping
News Release

Busy Labor Day weekend expected on Iowa waters and at state parks, 2023

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 29, 2023
State Parks
Hunting
Wildlife Management Areas
News Release

Big Creek Wildlife Area is hidden in plain sight

Big Creek Wildlife Area is roughly 3,100-acre, one stop outdoor shop just 10 minutes from Ankeny.

Display Date
August 9, 2023
State Parks
Events & Public Meetings

Iowa DNR to host open house on Gull Point State Park improvement plans

The Iowa DNR is hosting an open house to discuss renovation and improvement plans for Gull Point State Park, at 6:30 p.m., Aug. 22.

Display Date
August 9, 2023
State Parks
Camping
News Release

Pikes Peak State Park campground to open July 27

The Iowa DNR is re-opening the newly renovated Pikes Peak State Park campground on July 27.

Display Date
July 25, 2023
Lake Restoration Program
State Parks
News Release

Lake Keomah State Park restoration being planned

Iowa DNR and other project partners are planning a lake restoration project at Lake Keomah State Park to improve water quality and recreational opportunities.

Display Date
July 25, 2023
State Parks
Camping

DNR Creating Plans to Improve Amenities at Gull Point State Park

The Iowa DNR is in the early planning stages of a renovation plan at Gull Point State Park.

Display Date
July 21, 2023
State Parks
Camping
News Release

Lake Ahquabi State Park campground to open July 20

The Iowa DNR is re-opening the newly renovated Lake Ahquabi State Park campground on July 20.

Display Date
July 18, 2023
State Parks
Camping
News Release

Dry conditions delay campground opening at Pikes Peak State Park

An excessively dry start to the recreation season is delaying the opening of the newly renovated campground at Pikes Peak State Park.

Display Date
June 13, 2023
State Parks
Events & Public Meetings

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 13, 2023
State Parks

Join us this weekend! Kick off summer in Iowa State Parks, June 9-11

Several state parks and forests will be hosting family-friendly programming and activities as part of Iowa DNR new Summer Kick-Off event, June 9-11.

Display Date
June 6, 2023

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