Unearth hidden gems in Keosauqua, Iowa... literally. This scenic spot is a rockhound’s dream with trails, treasures, and a dash of adventure beneath your boots.

DES MOINES, Iowa — DART will again offer its Park & Ride shuttle to Iowa State Fair goers after providing a record-breaking 272,000 rides in 2024. The first shuttles begin boarding at 8 a.m. every day ...

The portion of the state with no drought has more than doubled since early June. See the newest Iowa Drought Monitor map to ...

The University of Iowa will not renew its lease for the Macbride Nature Recreation Area (MNRA) when it expires on July 1, ...

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is recommending against swimming in a few northwest Iowa state parks this weekend, due to bacteria concerns.

This part of the state is the middle of Minnesota, but is subject to Lake effect weather which can range from bluebird skies to squalls of rain in the fall. The Thompson Hill Welcome Center is a stop ...

A former Florida state worker who leaked information about plans by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration to build golf courses and hotels in state parks has filed a whistleblower lawsuit.

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 ...

Over 40 state parks are hosting a guided or self-guided hike as part of the DNR's First Day Hike campaign.

Iowa state parks are preparing for a busy Memorial Day Weekend. A new survey ranked these three parks as the best to host a family get-together.

Iowa state parks and forest staff are busy preparing for the summer camping season, turning on water, sprucing up campgrounds and freshening up bathroom, cabin, lodge and shelter facilities. With more ...