Stone State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins, lodge or inn rooms
- Official site
- iowadnr.gov(712) 255-4698
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure Stone State Park: Modern Facilites ClosureModern Facilites Closure: Water has been shut off and modern restrooms have been closed for the season. Pit latrines at Pammel Valley, Wahkaw… (more)
Modern Facilites Closure: Water has been shut off and modern restrooms have been closed for the season. Pit latrines at Pammel Valley, Wahkaw Shelter, and the campground will remain open for off-season use. Water and restrooms are expected to open for the 2027 rec season on April 15, 2027. (Updated 10/26/2026)
Posted by the park 2026-10-16. Official alert
Overview
Stone State Park is a 228-acre park in Woodbury County, about 2 miles northeast of North Sioux City.
Visitors come for hiking. The official site lists about 15 miles of trails. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, group camping, and showers). If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and lodge rooms.
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
The campground is 100% 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 Stay overnight in one of three camping cabins or at the park’s campground. Camping cabins contain heating and air conditioning, but do not offer sanitary facilities. The cabins are located near the campground, which contains electric sites, a large youth group campsite and a modern restroom and shower building. Advance reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Stone State Park. The campground is 100% reservable and a reservation is required. | — | Electric campsitesShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
Stay overnight in one of three camping cabins or at the park’s campground. Camping cabins contain heating and air conditioning, but do not offer sanitary facilities. The cabins are located near the campground, which contains electric sites, a large youth group campsite and a modern restroom and shower building. Advance reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Stone State Park.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Camping cabins
Stay overnight in one of three camping cabins or at the park’s campground. Camping cabins contain heating and air conditioning, but do not offer sanitary facilities. The cabins are located near the campground, which contains electric sites, a large youth group campsite and a modern restroom and shower building. Advance reservations can be made through the online reservation system for Stone State Park. Reserve one of three open shelters for an outdoor gathering during your visit. The Wahkaw Shelter is ADA accessible and a CCC-era day-use lodge provides a great venue for large events such as weddings or family reunions. Open picnic areas are available throughout the park and offer beautiful views of the Loess Hills and surrounding area. The shelters and lodge can be reserved through the online reservation system for Stone State Park.
Things to do
HikingCamping
Trails
Hike or bike more than 15 miles of trails. The Carolyn Benne Nature Trail details the natural history of the area on an interpretive walk through the park. Mountain bikers can traverse six miles of challenging dirt trails throughout the park, and equestrians can explore six miles of the multi-use trails. Cross country skiing and snowmobiling are popular trail activities in the winter.
Fishing
Learn about the natural history of Stone State Park at the nearby Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center, which is managed by the Woodbury County Conservation Board. Interpretive displays include a “walk-under” prairie, fish aquarium and children’s discovery area with hands-on furs and artifacts.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Showers
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
- Lodge or inn rooms
✓ 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
- 5001 Talbot Road
Sioux City, IA 51103 - Nearest town
- North Sioux City — about 2 mi northeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 42.5544, -96.4622
- Phone
- (712) 255-4698
- Stone@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)
“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