Iowa State Parks & Trails

State parks are typically established by a state to preserve a location on account of its natural beauty, historic interest, or recreational potential. Find fun and adventure for the whole family in Iowa's state parks and recreation areas.

Need a hand choosing the right park to visit?

Preview a park before you go! Take a virtual tour - there's one for every state park, and many state trails and state water trails.

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General Information, Overview, Trails, Park History, Activities, Park Map, Directions, Near Search

IOWA NATIONAL RECREATION TRAILS invite you to explore Iowa’s great national system of trails and greenways. You’ll find trails that bring our communities closer together. You’ll discover nature and wildlife. You’ll enjoy fitness and family fun. Celebrate Iowa's history and future on a National Recreation Trail!

Iowa National Recreation Trails provides numerous outdoor recreation activities in a variety of urban, rural, and remote areas.

Visitors can access detailed information about a particular Trail, search for different trail activities, or get a list of all the Trails in Iowa.

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Name, Location, Length, Fees, Activities, Overview, General Info, Visitor Info, Additional Info, Contact Info