In Southern Iowa’s countryside lie several county and state parks that make a perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts. There are several beautiful game preserves and well stocked lakes that are sure to please those who like to hunt and fish.

Take some time to relax and unwind. Pack a picnic and go hiking, ora make camp under the stars and one of our three parks. Listed below are several locations to choose from with both primitive and modern camping, sandy beaches, and nature trails.

Tourism

Nine Eagles State Park

Rugged wooded hills and valleys abundant with oak trees make Nine Eagles one of southern Iowa's most scenic parks. The park has trees which are more than 300 years old. Visitors enjoy six miles of bridle and nine miles of hiking trails, swimming at the sandy beach, pleasant camping areas and shaded picnic spots with tables and fireplaces scattered throughout the 1,100-acre park.

http://www.stateparks.com/nine_eagles.html

Little River Lake

Little River Recreation Area is a 2,200 acre area jointly managed by the Decatur County Conservation and the Iowa DNR. The area offers the 787 acre Little River Lake as well as rental cabins, campground, beach and multiple playgrounds.
For more information on Little River Lake please visit http://www.decaturcountyconservation.com/dccb_006.htm

Slip Bluff Park

Slip Bluff is a 300 acre park offering a 16 acre lake, over 2 miles of hiking trails, campground, park and picnic facilities. The park is covered with beautiful hardwood timber that provides many spectacular natural sights throughout the year.
Please visit the following site for more information, http://www.decaturcountyconservation.com/

Lodging

Little River Motel Inn

708 W 1st St
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4884

http://littleriverinnmotel.com/

Arbor Inn Bed and Breakfast

107 NW 4th St
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4595

www.arborinnleon.com

Super 8

I-35 & Hwy 69
Lamoni, IA 50140
(641) 784-7500

www.super8.com

Chief Lamoni Motel

2010 E Main St,

Lamoni, IA 50140

(641) 784-3329