Lewis And Clark State Park
The entire park is closed until further notice for hazard tree removal due to dead and dying cottonwood trees. No reopening date has been announced. When normally operating, the campground is open April through October and requires reservations.
Special Weather Statement issued October 29 at 6:33AM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
WHAT...Patchy dense fog with visibility of 1/2 mile or less in spots. WHERE...Eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa. WHEN...Through 10 AM. IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. PREPAREDNESS AND PRECAUTIONARY ACTIONS... If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
About
Lewis and Clark State Park is situated on the shore of Blue Lake, a historic oxbow formed when the Missouri River changed course. The 176-acre park commemorates the Lewis and Clark expedition, which camped in the area in August 1804. The campground offers both electric and full hookup sites along the lakeshore. Facilities include modern restrooms with flush toilets and showers, a dump station, and a recently upgraded playground. All campsites are reservable through the Iowa state parks reservation system, with no first-come-first-served availability. The park also offers day-use amenities including a beach, boat ramp, picnic shelters, and hiking trails. Fishing for bluegill, bass, and catfish is popular. The campground typically operates from April through October, with the park remaining accessible for day use year-round when not under closure.
Directions
From Interstate 29, take Exit 112 and head west on Highway 175 toward Onawa. Continue approximately 1 mile west of Onawa, then turn north on Park Loop Road. The park entrance is at 21914 Park Loop, Onawa, IA 51040.
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 | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 - $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Lewis_and_Clark@dnr.iowa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (712) 423-2829 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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