Iowa's oldest state park offers a nature escape with trails, trout fishing, cabins, and activities perfect for campers, hikers, and families alike.

The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that the Iowa Department of Natural Resources has stated that, despite the warning, none of the beaches are technically closed. A spokesperson stated that the DNR ...

Swimming is not recommended at four including the beaches at Backbone, Beeds Lake, Black Hawk and Nine Eagle state parks. Forty-one beaches were tested.

On July 19, Backbone State Park visitors were invited to a free presentation on the history of Backbone and its former trout hatchery. John Richmond, who spent over four decades ...