Uncover the underrated beauty of Iowa's state parks. From caves to rivers, immerse yourself in the scenic wonders.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- The first working day of the New Year traditionally has been something of a lottery for people wanting to book one of the 72 cabins at Iowa's state parks. Personnel or ...

Iowans are being encouraged to make plans to spend some time on New Year’s Day of 2024 in the state’s great outdoors by taking part in any of two dozen First Day Hikes, hosted by the Iowa Department ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Mostly sunny conditions are expected Wednesday for the state-organized First Day Hikes at Iowa state ...

The state of Iowa is doing away with state park rangers as part of a recent state agency realignment plan under the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Park rangers will transition to conservation ...

WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) -- It is officially peak camping season according to officials across Iowa State parks. Park officials are expecting more Iowans to visit their parks this year. In 2023, there ...

DES MOINES, Iowa — Travel Iowa, the state's official tourism and travel website, is calling The Iowa State Parks Passport a unique chance to explore Iowa's state parks while earning points for prizes.

DELAWARE COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - Following this week’s severe weather and flood warnings, several Iowa state parks are working to keep their activities open for Memorial Day Campers. “With the weather, ...

Iowa is home to 69 state parks. On this episode of Talk of Iowa, we'll review the challenges Iowa's state parks are facing — the budgets has remained flat, creating issues with upkeep and support ...

DES MOINES, Iowa (IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH) - Iowa state parks and state forests will host volunteers Saturday for clean up and maintenance projects in celebration of National Public Lands Day. Andy ...