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Lake Macbride State Park
Iowa State Park · Johnson County
County Johnson
Camping Yes
RV hookups Full
About Lake Macbride State Park Named for Thomas Macbride, the father of Iowa conservation, with multi-use trails winding right around the lake. Kayaking and paddling through the summer, and a beach that stays busy from the first warm weekend.
Things to do 🥾 Hiking 🛶 Paddling 🏊 Swimming 🎣 Fishing ⛵ Boating Amenities & facilities 🏕️ Campsites 🚿 Showers 🚻 Restrooms 👥 Group Sites 🛝 Playground 🚤 Boat Ramp 🚐 RV Dump Station ♿ Accessible Facilities RV / campsite hookups 🔌 Full Hookups (Sewer/Water/Electric) ⚡ Electric & Water ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups Camping options Campground - Primitive Campground - Remote
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