State Parks Near Oskaloosa, Iowa
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Oskaloosa. The closest is Lake Keomah State Park, about 5 mi east of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Lake Keomah State Park5 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 95 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Oskaloosa, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Oskaloosa; driving distance is usually longer.
Lake Keomah State Park
The park supports swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Keomah State Park →Elk Rock State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding and boating. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups, group camping, equestrian camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Elk Rock State Park →Lake Wapello State Park
Things to do include swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with full hookups, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Wapello State Park →Honey Creek State Park
Things to do include swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Honey Creek State Park →Rock Creek State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Rock Creek State Park →Red Haw State Park
Things to do include swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites with electric hookups and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for Red Haw State Park →Lake Darling State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Darling State Park →Stephens State Forest
The official site lists about 20 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Stephens State Forest →Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park
Visitors come for boating, fishing, and hiking. Water access includes a boat ramp and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park →Lake Ahquabi State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Ahquabi State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Oskaloosa
- Lake Keomah State Park 5 mi east · Campground listed
- Elk Rock State Park 24 mi west · Campground listed
- Lake Wapello State Park 33 mi south · Campground listed
- Honey Creek State Park 33 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Rock Creek State Park 34 mi north · Campground listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Oskaloosa
- Lake Keomah State Park 5 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Wapello State Park 33 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Honey Creek State Park 33 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Darling State Park 39 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Lake Ahquabi State Park 49 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Oskaloosa
- Lake Keomah State Park 5 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Wapello State Park 33 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Honey Creek State Park 33 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Rock Creek State Park 34 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Red Haw State Park 39 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 2 more in the list above
Hiking near Oskaloosa
- Lake Keomah State Park 5 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Lake Wapello State Park 33 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Honey Creek State Park 33 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Rock Creek State Park 34 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Red Haw State Park 39 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Oskaloosa
- Lake Keomah State Park 5 mi east · Fishing listed
- Lake Wapello State Park 33 mi south · Fishing listed
- Honey Creek State Park 33 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Rock Creek State Park 34 mi north · Fishing listed
- Red Haw State Park 39 mi southwest · Fishing listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Oskaloosa
What is the closest state park to Oskaloosa?
Lake Keomah State Park is the closest, about 5 miles east of Oskaloosa in a straight line. Next are Elk Rock State Park and Lake Wapello State Park.
How many state parks are near Oskaloosa?
10 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 Oskaloosa have camping?
9 parks list camping, the nearest being Lake Keomah State Park, Elk Rock State Park and Lake Wapello State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Oskaloosa?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Oskaloosa?
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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- Near Des Moines, IA54 mi west
- Near Iowa City, IA63 mi northeast
- Near Cedar Rapids, IA68 mi northeast
- Near Ames, IA72 mi northwest
- Near Kirksville, MO76 mi south
- Near Muscatine, IA82 mi east
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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.