State Park · Iowa
Lewis and Clark State Park
- Location
- Monona County, Iowa
- Nearest town
- 3.8 miles west of Onawa
- Type
- State Park
About Lewis and Clark State Park
Blue Lake spans 250 acres within the park's 176 acres of land, offering boating, swimming, and fishing alongside space for picnicking and camping across 95 electric sites. A full size replica keelboat, built to match the vessels used by the Lewis and Clark Expedition, stands on display, marking the explorers' 1804 passage through the area on their route up the Missouri River.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Lewis and Clark State Park is in Monona County, Iowa, 3.8 miles west of Onawa. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.