Elk Rock State Park
Open through October 31. The campground is 100% reservable with no first-come-first-served sites. Equestrian trails are currently closed due to recent rain but remain open for pedestrian hiking and biking.
Flood Warning issued June 11 at 7:36PM CDT until June 12 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Southern Marion County. * WHEN...Until 1000 AM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 735 PM CDT, Emergency management reported road closures due to heavy rain. Between 2 and 5 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Knoxville, Melcher-Dallas, Bussey, Hamilton, Marysville and Knoxville Municipal Airport.
About
Elk Rock State Park encompasses over 50,000 acres of public land along Lake Red Rock in Marion County, Iowa. The park operates two distinct campgrounds: an equestrian campground with 42 sites (including buddy sites for groups), horse stalls, hitching rails, and a 100' x 200' riding arena; and a non-equestrian campground with 30 standard sites. Both areas feature modern shower buildings, and the park has a centrally located dump station. The 13-mile multi-use trail system supports horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, and winter activities like cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Lake Red Rock provides extensive water recreation with six-lane and secondary boat launch ramps, dock facilities, and excellent fishing and boating opportunities. A self-dispensing firewood machine operates from May 1 through September 30. The campground is 100% reservable through ReserveAmerica, with reservations available up to three months in advance. Sites range from primitive non-electric options to full electric hookups with 20/30/50 amp service. Select equestrian sites also offer water hookups. Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. and check-out at 3:00 p.m.
Directions
From Knoxville, take Highway 14 south. The park entrance is at 888 HWY 14, Knoxville, IA 50138.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $16 - $78 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 80ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Elk_Rock@dnr.iowa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (641) 842-6008 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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