WAPSIPINICON STATE PARK

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Wapsipinicon State Park


May 9, 2024

Wapsipinicon State Park is a beautiful camping area located in the northeastern part of Iowa. The park is known for its stunning natural surroundings, including a river that runs through the park and unique rock formations.

There are several nearby points of interest, including the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum, the historic town of Anamosa, and the nearby Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. The campground amenities include electric and non-electric sites, showers, restrooms, and picnic areas. The campsites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, so it's recommended to arrive early in the day.

There are 32 campsites available, including 18 with electrical hookups. An interesting fact about the area is that the Wapsipinicon River is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, with species like catfish, bass, and panfish commonly caught.

The best time of year to visit is during the summer months, from June to August, with average temperatures ranging from 70-85°F. The fall months are also a great time to visit, with beautiful foliage and cooler temperatures.

Overall, the Wapsipinicon State Park camping area is a wonderful destination for nature enthusiasts looking to explore the beautiful natural surroundings of northeastern Iowa.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Cloquet Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike Walleye

Cut-Off Creek

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish

Wilson Brake Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Buck Creek

Blue Catfish Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Ahsub Lake

Kelp Bass Northern Pike Walleye

Little Red River

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Little Paint Creek

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

French Creek

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass

Bayou Meto

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Largemouth Bass

Huzzah Ponds

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

New Albin Big Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Lake Greenlee

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

June Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Hickory Creek

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Arkansas River

Striped Bass Whiterock Bass Channel Catfish

Lake Granpus

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Bayou Macon Cutoff Number One

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Grand Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Timberline Lake

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Bluegill Largemouth Bass Northern Pike White Perch

Lake Cave City

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Glacier Pond 1

American Eel Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Lake Owen Recreation Area

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Eleven Point River

Apache Trout Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass

Basswood Lake

Apache Trout Kelp Bass Lake Trout Northern Pike Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Little Turkey River

Apache Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Paint Creek

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Lake Chicot

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Little LaGrue Bayou

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

South Cedar Creek

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Largemouth Bass

Great River Road Park Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

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