Yellow River State Forest

Category: State park

Address: 729 State Forest Rd, Harpers Ferry, IA 52146, USA

Phone: +15635862254

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Christine Jones

Jul 29, 2022

Beautiful Scenery We didn't actually go to the park We have friends that have cabins in that area And try to visit when we are in Iowa

Emmy Schoenbauer

Apr 14, 2022

Worked with Joe from the DNR office to find a good hiking route - he was awesome and very helpful! The trail was great and had lots of good views. Highly recommend!

Krist lynn

Oct 6, 2021

I have gone camping here mainly when I was a child but it’s a beautiful place and so many trails. I’ll stay in Big paint camp Ground there is no electricity there snd reception sucks so it’s perfect chance to put your life on hold and enjoy the family!

Jeff Roe

Jul 20, 2021

Beautiful views from the bluffs and roads and trails.Lots of wildlife to see. The pictures of the cavities in the rotting trees are from Pileated woodpeckers that inhabit the old growth forest there. It is one of the few places in Iowa where you will see them. These majestic woodpeckers are the size of a crow

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Questions & Answers

Are the spots to show up late at night and primitive camp for the evening, even good off road trails.. Coming in the next 2 weeks.

Z | Nov 6, 2020
Yellow River State Forest (Owner) | Nov 7, 2020

All of the camping sites here are non-modern. Meaning no electricity and pit latrine toilets. You can register on your own when you arrive.We also have backpacking campsites that require users to walk in on a trail system. You can also self register for these. We have a total of 45 miles of maintained trails throughout the Forest for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian.

Does Bigfoot still roam the woods?

Troy Church | Aug 4, 2019
Nick Chill | Aug 5, 2019

My dog, Charlie, and I were walking on a trail yesterday. We heard a twig crack and turned to find Mr. Sasquatch himself staring at us from 30 yards away. Thinking quickly, I reached into my pocket and threw him a jerky stick. With a nod he turned and disappeared into the forest.

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Is there a dump station at the camp ground or near by?

Mark Deutmeyer | Jun 4, 2021
Yellow River State Forest (Owner) | Jun 5, 2021

There is not a dump station. The closest one would be Waukon city park or Pikes Peak State Park which they both have a fee for use.

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Could we hold a ceremony and reception in the park? It would be about 30 to 40 guests, so it would be really small.

Skylan Howerton (Skittlez) | May 5, 2021
Yellow River State Forest (Owner) | May 6, 2021

Yes you can but there are some steps involved. I would also like to ask a few questions before we move forward. Please call the office at 563-586-2254. Thank you.

Are drones allowed in Yellow River State Park Campgrounds (Big Paint and Little Paint)?

ScatteredYO | Jan 5, 2021
Yellow River State Forest (Owner) | Jan 6, 2021

Yes drones are allowed in the camping areas. All Federal rules apply. Just keep in mind peoples expected privacy.

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How can I pay for camping fees?

Tar Mudoh | Oct 7, 2020
Daniel Kampe | Oct 8, 2020

At the entrance of every camp ground

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Are there pet friendly cabins or yurts?

Deb Ann Zboril | Sep 7, 2020
Stacey Ford | Sep 8, 2020

There are no cabin or yurts in big paint or little paint its tent or camper no electric or water

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Is there a local rancher/stable my family can rent horses from for half a day to ride the equestrian trails?

Joe White | Sep 7, 2020
Yellow River State Forest (Owner) | Sep 8, 2020

I do not know of anyone in the area that does this. Sorry.

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I'm looking into going here next week with my horses. Can I bring my generator? If so what are the hours of operation?

Natasha Hickman | Aug 3, 2020
Yellow River State Forest (Owner) | Aug 4, 2020

Natasha-Quiet hours are in place from 10:30 PM to 6:00 AM. Therefore no generators during this time. Thank you for checking.

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