Volga River State Recreation Area Explained

Volga River State Recreation Area
Map:USA Iowa#USA
Relief:1
Location:Fayette County, Iowa, United States
Nearest City:Fayette
Coordinates:42.8806°N -91.7817°W
Area Acre:5700
Governing Body:Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Website:Volga River State Recreation Area

Volga River State Recreation Area is a 5700acres state recreation area in Fayette County, Iowa, United States, near the city of Fayette. The park is located in a forested and hilly region along the Volga River and also includes the 138acres Frog Hollow Lake.

The recreation area is a popular site for boating and fishing. The lake has a three-lane boat ramp, while the river is used by canoes and kayaks. The lake has a floating pier and jetties for fishers and is home to bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, and yellow perch. The park also includes of multi-use trails for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter. There are two campsites in the recreation area, the modern Lakeview Campground and the equestrian Albany Campground. The entire recreation area is open to hunting, and a seasonal archery range is located near the Albany Campground.[1] [2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Volga River State Recreation Area map and flyer . Iowa Department of Natural Resources . February 13, 2022.
  2. Web site: Volga River State Recreation Area . Iowa Department of Natural Resources . February 13, 2022.