Geode State Park
Notice: Geode State Park: Campsite Closure — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- iowadnr.gov(319) 392-4601
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 3
Partial closure Geode State ParkShower Building #2 will be closed for the season on Thursday, 10/29/26. Please use the other shower building in the front area of the campground… (more)
Shower Building #2 will be closed for the season on Thursday, 10/29/26. Please use the other shower building in the front area of the campground until Tuesday, November 10th when all remaining facilities will be closed for the season. A pit latrine is available in the center of the campground for winter use.
Posted by the park 2026-10-28. Official alert
Partial closure Geode State Park: Modern Facilites ClosureModern Facilites Closure: The Modern Restrooms at the Beach have been closed for the season. There is a pit toilet available in the upper parking… (more)
Modern Facilites Closure: The Modern Restrooms at the Beach have been closed for the season. There is a pit toilet available in the upper parking area of the beach for the winter months. (Posted 10/2/2026)
Posted by the park 2026-10-02. Official alert
Closure Geode State Park: Campsite ClosureCampsite Closure: Camspites 11-13 and 27-29 are closed September 20, 2026-May 31, 2027 due to repaving on site 12 and 28. (Posted August 14, 2026)
Posted by the park 2026-08-14. Official alert
Overview
Geode State Park is a 1,654-acre park in Henry County, about 13 miles southeast of Mount Pleasant.
Things to do include boating and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups, group camping, and showers.
Pets
Privately owned animals must be on a leash of max six feet or confined; pets may not be left unattended in campgrounds; most cabins/yurts are pet-free.
Statewide rule from Iowa's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Camping
- Required
- Booking system
- Iowa State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- 1-877-427-2757
Advanced reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Geode State Park and 100% of the campsites are reservable and a reservation is required.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites Camp at one of several electric or non-electric campsites at the park’s campground. The campground features two modern shower buildings, a modern restroom, sewage dump station and two ADA accessible camp pads. Advanced reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Geode State Park and 100% of the campsites are reservable and a reservation is required. The campground accepts reservations April 1 - December 14 and is closed December 15 - March 31. | — | Electric campsitesShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
Camp at one of several electric or non-electric campsites at the park’s campground. The campground features two modern shower buildings, a modern restroom, sewage dump station and two ADA accessible camp pads. Advanced reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Geode State Park and 100% of the campsites are reservable and a reservation is required. The campground accepts reservations April 1 - December 14 and is closed December 15 - March 31.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
HikingBoatingCamping
Trails
Hike a variety of trails at Geode, taking visitors around the lake and to several sites within the park. The main trail begins at the north end of the lake and travels to the dam. Another trail leads from the dam on the west side of the lake to complete a circular tour of Lake Geode.
Swimming
Boat in the waters of Lake Geode or swim at the sandy beach area. Boats must operate at “no-wake” speeds and cannot be operated at more than 5 mph within 100 feet of the shore or within 50 feet of another craft or person. In-board motors are not allowed on the lake, including jet skis and jet boats.
Reserve one of three open shelters for an outdoor gathering during your visit. The Beach Shelter is ADA accessible and several scenic picnic spots are available throughout the park. Shelter reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Geode State Park.
Boating and paddling
Fish for largemouth bass, crappie, red-eared sunfish and more. Shoreline fishing is available from several picnic areas along the lakeshore and the dam. Boaters can enjoy the lake at “no wake” speeds. Two boat ramps on the east side of the lake provide convenient access to the water.
Fishing
Open to fishing activity between the hours of 10:30 p.m. and 4 a.m. in addition to normal park hours. All fishing must be done from the bank in the areas designated for each lake or river. Vessels are not permitted on the lakes after 10:30 p.m. Parking is allowed in specially marked lots only.
The area of the dam embankment between the two parking lots and parallel to the county road and the lake.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Showers
- Playground
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV dump station
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Group camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 3333 Racine Ave
Danville, IA 52623 - Nearest town
- Mount Pleasant — about 13 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 40.8239, -91.3782
- Phone
- (319) 392-4601
- geode@dnr.iowa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Iowa State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Iowa DNR 'All Parks' directory (Drupal view, ?page=0..3) — state parks, recreation areas, a state preserve and state forests
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Lake Geode.jpg — Public domain (released by the author), Nyttend
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology