Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Dolliver Memorial State Park adventure.
Discover the rugged beauty of Dolliver Memorial State Park.
River trips with a side of history and geological wonders. Yes please! Down at the Des Moines river you will find all this and more at Dolliver Memorial State Park. This park has a ramp on the river which is a popular put-in and take-out spot for canoe trips and a great fishing spot. There is so much more though in the form of scenic bluffs and canyons, charming creeks, historic Indian mounds, and a bison bone graveyard called Boneyard Hollow which has a mysterious origin. Geologists will be wowed by the Copperas Beds where you can see a cross section of an ancient river bed left in a 100-foot bluff full of mineral deposits, sandstone cliffs, and petrified driftwood. Camping and cabins are available so bring the fam and stay awhile!
The best time to visit Dolliver Memorial State Park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural scenery is at its peak. Summer offers warm days perfect for exploring, though it can be busy. Winters are cold and quiet, ideal for those seeking solitude amid the park's stark beauty.