Rock Creek State Park Explained

Rock Creek State Park
Map:USA Iowa#USA
Relief:1
Location:Jasper County, Iowa, United States
Coordinates:41.7489°N -92.8425°W
Area Acre:1697
Area Ref:[1]
Elevation:922feet[2]
Established:1952
Governing Body:Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Website:Rock Creek State Park

Rock Creek State Park is a state park in Jasper County, Iowa, United States, located near the city of Kellogg.

The 1697acres park was dedicated in 1952 and includes numerous boat launches and docks, picnic grounds, camping grounds, and trails for horseback riding and hiking. In the winter, the 602acres lake may freeze over, and the park is a popular spot for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.

Grinnell is located 7miles to the east. The park's proximity to the town as well as a connecting bike path make the park a popular destination for students at Grinnell College.

Fishing is a popular thing at Rock Creek, Fish species are Black and White Crappie, Largemouth Bass, White Bass, Channel Catfish, Black Bullhead, Bluegill, Green Sunfish, Freshwater Drum, and Walleye. Golden Shiners also have a small population here, two large Golden Shiners were caught while fishing for panfish.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Rock Creek State Park . Iowa Department of Natural Resources . 2011-01-23.
  2. Web site: [{{Gnis3|460738}} Rock Creek State Park ]. 1979-04-30 . . . 2011-02-27.