Pikes Peak State Park
- 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(563) 873-2341
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Water quality Pikes Peak State Park: Water OffWater Off: Modern Facilities and Will Close On October 16th, All Water off October 26th, 2026. Pikes Peak State Park will close all modern… (more)
Water Off: Modern Facilities and Will Close On October 16th, All Water off October 26th, 2026. Pikes Peak State Park will close all modern facilities to include restrooms and shower buildings on October 16th for winterization. Water hydrant's will remain on in the campground and dump-station until October 26th 2025. All water and facilities will be off and closed for the season on October 26th 2026. (Posted 7-23-2026)
Posted by the park 2026-07-23. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 1,088 acres, Pikes Peak State Park lies in Clayton County, about 4 miles southwest of Prairie du Chien.
Popular activities here are hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 11 miles, according to the park. For overnight stays there are campsites (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 Pikes Peak 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 in one of several campsites available at Pikes Peak. The campground contains both full hook-up and electric campsites, modern restrooms, showers and a trailer dump station. Picnic tables and a fire ring are provided at each campsite. Advanced reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Pikes Peak State Park and 100% of the campsites are reservable and a reservation is required. The campground accepts reservations March 1 - November and is closed December - February. | — | Electric campsitesShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
Camp in one of several campsites available at Pikes Peak. The campground contains both full hook-up and electric campsites, modern restrooms, showers and a trailer dump station. Picnic tables and a fire ring are provided at each campsite. Advanced reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Pikes Peak State Park and 100% of the campsites are reservable and a reservation is required. The campground accepts reservations March 1 - November and is closed December - February.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
HikingCamping
Trails
Hike the half-mile boardwalk to Bridal Veil Falls and explore Bear Mound — an effigy built by native americans from the woodland era. For those seeking a more adventurous route, hike the four-mile trail to Point Ann and take in the scenic views overlooking the town of Mcgregor and the Mississippi River. Fossil remains can also be found along the trails including brachiopods, gastropods and cephalopods. Mountain bikes are allowed on the trail from Homestead park to the Mcgregor parking lots.
Explore the Effigy Mounds National Monument seven miles north of the park. This monument preserves more than 200 mounds built by native americans from the woodland culture. Some mounds are in the shape of animal effigies, and were thought to be used for ceremonial or burial purposes. Visitors are encouraged to take a hike around the two-mile fire point trail where more than 20 mounds can be spotted.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Showers
- Park or camp store
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.
Accessibility
Outdoor conditions can change quickly or be unique to a park. If you have specific accessibility questions or concerns, please contact the park directly and staff will be happy to help.
Bathrooms:
Accessible modern restrooms are located near the concession and in the campground.
Accessibility at Major Park Attractions:
- Pikes Peak Overlook: Known for majestic views of the Mississippi River, the Main Overlook is accessible, with paved routes, a nearby restroom and a viewing scope fitted with EnChroma lenses designed to improve color vision for those with red-green color blindness and expand the range of visible colors. A concession is nearby.
- Trails: While trails at Pikes Peak have steps and steep grades, the park concession does offer a cascade hiking cart with a harness for an adult to help children or smaller individuals traverse the trails.
- Please note: The hiking cart is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the concession building from Memorial Day through the last full weekend in October (weather permitting) during regular open hours: Monday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. During the off-season contact the park office at 563-873-2341 or [email protected] to check availability.
Read more from the park
Additional Accessible Features:
- Picnic Areas: The Stone Shelter, located near the main overlook, is accessible.
- Campground: Sites 5, 26, 40 (standard electric) and site 39 (full hook-up) are accessible. The shower building also is accessible.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 32264 Pikes Peak Rd
McGregor, IA 52157 - Nearest town
- Prairie du Chien — about 4 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 42.9940, -91.1656
- Phone
- (563) 873-2341
- Pikes_Peak@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: Mississippiatpikespeak.JPG — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Archbob
“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