| The lake is the real focal point of the park. The Prairie Rose beach provides swimming & sunbathing fun for young & old. A play-ground area is located near the beach & in the campground.
The lake is popular for all types of boating from canoes & sailboats to motor boats and, in the winter, ice boats. Any size boat motors may be used at "no wake" speeds. Two modern boat ramps provide easy access to the lake.
Anglers of all ages will find a challenge at Prairie Rose. The lake provides excellent bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, bluegill & crappie fishing from boat or shoreline. Six new fishing jetties have just been completed. There are two fish cleaning docks located on the lake for successful anglers convenience.
Prairie Rose State Park is one of the most attractive outdoor recreation areas in western Iowa. The 422-acre park lies in a region of scenic hills, six miles east & three miles south of Harlan.
The park received its name from a small town called Village of Prairie Rose which was once located near the present park location. Plans for Prairie Rose were initiated in the 1930s. However, actual construction of the dam started in 1958 with the park dedication taking place in 1962. |
Prairie Rose State Park Campground Web Site
Driving Direction GPS Coordinates:
41.597877, -95.212130
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Campground: Prairie Rose State Park in Harlan Iowa *