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Rock Creek SP - Jasper County
GPS Coordinates:
41.7515413, -92.8403778
Management:
State
Description:
Rock Creek State Park is a large recreational area in Jasper County. Trails and roads provide access to a large lake and surrounding habitat types. A long 7.8-mile multi-use trail circumnavigates the lake.
Habitat:
Rock Creek Lake is a large body of water that provides habitat for waterfowl. Surrounding vegetation includes shrubby areas, forests, and planted prairie.
Directions:
From Newton, take Highway 6 east about 5 miles to the intersection with Highway 224. Turn north on 224 another 5 miles until you get to CR F27. Turn right for about 3 miles and you are at the park.
Website:
http://www.iowadnr.gov/Destinations/StateParksRecAreas/IowasStateParks/ParkDetails.aspx?ParkID=61013
Amenities
Restrooms
Drinking Water
Parking
Trails
Camping
Cabins