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.
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 12:23PM CDT until July 20 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Iowa and east central, northeast, and southeast Nebraska. * WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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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