Lake Of Three Fires State Park
Open for the 2026 camping season. Peak season runs May 1 through October 15; off-peak April 1 through April 30 and October 16 through October 31. Closed November 1 through March 31. All sites require advance reservation through the Iowa State Parks reservation system.
Flood Watch issued June 11 at 2:02PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
...The National Weather Service in Des Moines IA has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Iowa... Thompson River at Davis City affecting Decatur County. ...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Missouri... East Fork 102 River at Bedford affecting Taylor and Nodaway counties. Chariton River near Chariton affecting Monroe, Appanoose, Wayne and Lucas Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...The East Fork 102 River at Bedford, or from 8 1/2 miles upstream of Bedford to the 102 River in Missouri. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 24.0 feet, Water affects E Main St near the water plant as well as some residences near the floodplain on the southeast side of town. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:45 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 22.9 feet. - Forecast...Rises on the river are possible over the next few days. The river may reach flood stage. - Flood stage is 24.0 feet.
About
Lake of Three Fires State Park sits on 85 acres in the rolling hills of southwest Iowa near Bedford. The park centers on a small lake offering no-wake boating, fishing for bass and bluegill, and a sandy beach for swimming. Two modern campgrounds provide 50 standard campsites with a mix of electric and non-electric options, while an equestrian campground serves riders with corrals, hitching posts, and holding pens adjacent to over 10 miles of multi-use trails. Facilities include modern restrooms with flush toilets and showers in both campground areas, a trailer dump station, and water hydrants throughout. Pull-through sites accommodate larger RVs up to 126 feet, with electric service available at 15, 20, 30, and 50 amp ratings. Six studio cabins offer heating, AC, microwave, refrigerator, and cooktop but require guests to bring bedding and cookware. The campground is 100% reservable through the Iowa State Parks reservation system. Pets are permitted on leash (6 feet maximum) and cannot be left unattended. Quiet hours run 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Directions
From Bedford, Iowa, head north on US-148 for approximately 3 miles. Turn left onto Lake Road and continue to the park entrance at 2303 Lake Road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $14 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 126ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (712) 523-2700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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