Trapper’s Bay State Recreation Area is a 57-acre oasis in the Iowa Great Lakes region. It’s a scenic spot for fishing, boating, picnicking, or just slipping away for a day in nature! Trapper's Bay is within minutes of the popular Okoboji area. So, it's the perfect spot to escape the hustle and bustle of this popular area. About Trapper’s Bay State Recreation Area Things to … [Read more...] about Trapper’s Bay State Recreation Area: A Quiet Spot to Boat and Fish near Okoboji
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Lake Anita State Park: Don’t Miss This 1000-acre Treasure in Western Iowa
Lake Anita State Park is a delightful 1000+ acre park and an excellent spot for relaxation and outdoor adventures in west-central Iowa. This beautiful park has a paved trail, a large campground, picnic areas, and so much more! That's not to mention the scenic 160-acre lake for swimming, fishing, and boating. Find it 4 miles south of Interstate 80 between Des Moines and Omaha-Council … [Read more...] about Lake Anita State Park: Don’t Miss This 1000-acre Treasure in Western Iowa
Geode State Park: A Fantastic Escape to Nature in SE Iowa
Geode State Park is called “Iowa’s Outdoor Gem,”1 and is a fantastic escape to nature in Southeast Iowa! The 1640-acre park has a 180-acre lake, perfect for boating, fishing, and beachgoing. Visitors also love picnicking, hiking, and camping in this scenic park. A Brief History of Geode State Park Before European settlers arrived, Native Americans occupied the area around Geode State Park. … [Read more...] about Geode State Park: A Fantastic Escape to Nature in SE Iowa
Top Lakes in Iowa: 12 Best Lakes for Recreation and Relaxation
Iowa is a diverse, beautiful state with lots of recreational opportunities and adventures (it's not just one giant cornfield). We have everything from rocky ledges and native prairie to rivers and lakes. In fact, the top lakes in Iowa are among the state's most popular vacation getaways. So, whether you crave a weekend of boating, swimming, fishing, or just relaxing lakeside, we have what you're … [Read more...] about Top Lakes in Iowa: 12 Best Lakes for Recreation and Relaxation
Trout Fishing in Iowa: Best trout streams and lakes, fishing tips, and more
This article contains affiliate links. In other words, if you click on an affiliate link and buy a product, this blog may receive compensation at no cost to you. See our full disclosure here. When you think of trout fishing, you might think of Colorado, Utah, and Idaho—places with cold mountain streams. But trout fishing in Iowa? Yes, it's true. You can go trout fishing in Iowa! Many people … [Read more...] about Trout Fishing in Iowa: Best trout streams and lakes, fishing tips, and more