State Parks Near Davenport, Iowa
17 state park units lie within 50 miles of Davenport, including 13 parks across the line in Illinois. The closest is Wildcat Den State Park, about 15 mi southwest of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Wildcat Den State Park15 mi southwest
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 17 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 121 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Davenport, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Davenport; driving distance is usually longer.
Wildcat Den State Park
Things to do include historic sites and hiking. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with electric hookups and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Wildcat Den State Park →Fairport State Recreation Area
The park supports boating. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Fairport State Recreation Area →Big Bend
Big Bend is an idnr site (no designation in title) in Whiteside County, about 3 miles east of Erie.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Bend →Prophetstown State Park
In Whiteside County, in Prophetstown, Prophetstown State Park covers about 57 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Prophetstown State Park →Henderson County Conservation Area
Henderson County Conservation Area is a park unit in Mercer County, about 20 miles northwest of Monmouth.
Hours, fees and rules for Henderson County Conservation Area →Morrison-Rockwood State Park
Morrison-Rockwood State Park is a park in Whiteside County, about 3 miles north of Morrison.
Hours, fees and rules for Morrison-Rockwood State Park →Big River State Forest
The official site lists about 30 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Big River State Forest →Maquoketa Caves State Park
Visitors come for historic sites and hiking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Maquoketa Caves State Park →Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area
Its trail network totals roughly 4 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area →Delabar State Park
In Henderson County, about 2 miles north of Oquawka, Delabar State Park covers about 109 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Delabar State Park →Snakeden Hollow SFWA
Snakeden Hollow SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Knox County, about 16 miles southwest of Kewanee.
Hours, fees and rules for Snakeden Hollow SFWA →Mississippi Palisades State Park
In Carroll County, about 4 miles northwest of Savanna, Mississippi Palisades State Park covers about 2,500 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Mississippi Palisades State Park →Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
In Knox County, about 16 miles southwest of Kewanee, Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area covers about 190 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area →Bellevue State Park
Popular activities here are hunting in season, wildlife watching, and hiking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with full hookups, group camping, and showers. There are also lodge rooms for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Bellevue State Park →Mautino State Fish & Wildlife Area
In Bureau County, about 12 miles northeast of Kewanee, Mautino State Fish & Wildlife Area covers about 913 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Mautino State Fish & Wildlife Area →Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area
Its trail network totals roughly 7 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area →Hennepin Canal State Trail
Covering about 4,322 acres, Hennepin Canal State Trail lies in Bureau County, about 12 miles west of Princeton.
Hours, fees and rules for Hennepin Canal State Trail →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Davenport
- Wildcat Den State Park 15 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Fairport State Recreation Area 19 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Prophetstown State Park 36 mi east · Campground listed
- Henderson County Conservation Area 37 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Morrison-Rockwood State Park 39 mi northeast · Campground listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Davenport
- Bellevue State Park 47 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
Hiking near Davenport
- Wildcat Den State Park 15 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Maquoketa Caves State Park 40 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Bellevue State Park 47 mi north · Hiking trails listed
Questions about state parks near Davenport
What is the closest state park to Davenport?
Wildcat Den State Park is the closest, about 15 miles southwest of Davenport in a straight line. Next are Fairport State Recreation Area and Big Bend.
How many state parks are near Davenport?
17 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Davenport have camping?
12 parks list camping, the nearest being Wildcat Den State Park, Fairport State Recreation Area and Prophetstown State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Davenport?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Davenport?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.