Lake Red Rock Water Trail

Overview

Lake Red Rock is Iowa's largest lake with more than 15,000 acres of water and 35,000 acres of land for visitors to enjoy. Located on the Des Moines River just 45 miles southeast, and downriver, of the city of Des Moines, Iowa, the reservoir collects runoff and drainage from a 12,320 square-mile area in Iowa and southern Minnesota. This protects communities and agriculture lands downstream from the Red Rock Dam. The maximum flood control pool is 780 feet above sea level, over 33 miles long, and covers 65,500 acres. Other lake area benefits include numerous recreational opportunities and natural resources on the water and surrounding public lands. The Lake Red Rock Area includes campgrounds, recreation areas, an archery range, and more. Enjoy biking, horseback riding, nature trails, and boat ramps.

(The general Lake Red Rock website is accessible via the Website link in the upper right hand corner of this page, or HERE)

Water Trail

Explore this 41-mile water trail at Lake Red Rock.  There are several access points around Lake Red Rock.  For an added wilderness type experience, paddle to the Hickory Ridge Nature Area to tent camp overnight.

Water Trail Map Available HERE

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