Listen to the burbling water, rock-hop from one side to the other, and gaze up at ridges rising from the canyon floor. Picnic tables are throughout the park, and two large picnic shelters are reservable. The Dogwood Ramp Access is just south of the park. See the Iowa DNR brochure for details. Ledges State Park is a fantastic place to go camping! With over 90 electric and non-electric and hike in! The recently renovated campground has gravel pull-through, back in, and tent campsites.
Sixteen sites offer full hookups. A designated youth group camping area and hike-in tent sites are also available. Over four miles of hiking trails weave through the trees and along foot sandstone ridges above the Des Moines River.
Some of the hard trails are very steep! Hike-in Campsite Trail. As the name says, this is a short trail leading to primitive tent sites. Just past the end of the trail are the remains of an old homestead. Prairie Trail. As the name implies, this trail winds through restored Iowa prairie. Try to identify the native plants along the way!
Oak Woods Trail. Find this short trail near the Oak Woods Shelter. See Inspiration Point near this trail. See Council Ring along this trail.
The Oak Woods picnic shelter and nearby restrooms are located in the eastern area of the park and are fully accessible. Both shelters can be reserved through the online reservation system for Ledges State Park and provide an affordable, scenic setting for your next outdoor gathering. Madrid, IA Ph. Ledges State Park. Find your spot. Find other campgrounds. Ledges State Park, IA. Add to Favorites. Park Details. Park Map. Site List. Date Range Availability. Description With its distinctive geological and archeological features, breathtaking views and vibrant history, Ledges State Park is a nature lover's paradise.
One of the very first state parks in Iowa, Ledges has been a must-see Iowa attraction for decades. In addition to natural beauty, several structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps are a must see- from an arch stone bridge to a shelter in Oak Woods, stone trail steps and a shelter in Lower Ledges.
Recreation: Trails Four miles of hiking trails lead up and down steep slopes to scenic overlooks, and provide access to spectacular views of the Pea's Creek Canyon. Latitude, Longitude : Exit at Hwy Take Hwy 17 south for 3 miles. Turn west on th St. This park is very popular with hikers. Enjoy the interpretive trail that has many different kinds of plants.
At the Oak Woods shelter you can learn how to identify the different organisms. There is no entrance fee for the park. Want to find the best trails in Ledges State Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 10 great hiking trails, biking trails, running trails and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
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