The State of Iowa is a patchwork landscape of rolling hills, valleys, and lakes. It is a geographically diverse state that also has a history that dates back to the 1600s. There are 54 rivers and even more streams.
The Iowa State Parks Bucket Journal has individual pages for 96 state parks, recreation areas, and forests in the diverse state. Most allow camping, and all are great for day-use trips.
How to Use Your Iowa State Parks Bucket Journal
Parks that offer camping or other accommodations are on orange pages. These include favorites like Backbone State Park, Ledges State Park, Pikes Peak State Park, and Bellevue State Park.
Search out details about the state park or recreational site by using the website URL provided.
Have fun planning the things you want to see on the left side of the 2-page spread.
This is best done before you take your trip but can be done while you are out exploring.
On the right side, chronicle everything that you do and experience. Included is space for journaling and reflection about your stay in the park.
Parks that are Day Use Area Only are on purple pages.
Day-use parks are still fun to visit, even if you can’t sleep there.
Visit them when you are staying at other overnight parks or use them as day trip excursions to get out and explore.
The Iowa State Parks Bucket Journal will become a living memory for your trips and adventures as you discover the wonders of the state.
