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Lake Ahquabi State Park campground to open July 20

• 7/18/2023 11:35:00 AM
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INDIANOLA – The Iowa DNR is re-opening the newly renovated Lake Ahquabi State Park campground on July 20. Campers will enjoy upgraded camping amenities, along with the ability to make same-day reservations at all campsites.

Heavy rains delay opening at Lake Ahquabi State Park

• 6/6/2023 2:17:00 PM
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INDIANOLA – Heavy rains last week caused washouts and erosion at Lake Ahquabi State Park, delaying reopening of the park until mid-July.

DNR to discuss Lake Ahquabi improvements during Feb. 8 public meeting

• 2/1/2022 2:07:00 PM
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INDIANOLA -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will discuss its plans to improve water quality and fishing at Lake Ahquabi, and upgrade campground amenities and provide better accessibility throughout Lake Ahquabi State Park, during an open house on Feb. 8.

Man found in Lake Ahquabi identified

• 6/29/2021 1:10:00 PM
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INDIANOLA, Iowa - A man found dead in Lake Ahquabi on Sunday, June 27, 2021 has been positively identified as Joshua Sweeden, 33, of Indianola.

DNR responds to body spotted in Lake Ahquabi

• 6/28/2021 8:48:00 AM
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INDIANOLA, Iowa -- On Sunday, June 27, 2021, at approximately 10:15am, a body was spotted floating in Lake Ahquabi approximately 20 yards from shore in the beach/swimming area.

Fishing Regulations relaxed at Lake Ahquabi and Hooper Lake in Warren County

• 10/6/2020 1:41:00 PM
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Indianola - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has relaxed the fishing regulations at Lake Ahquabi and Hooper Lake in Warren County to allow anglers to more freely harvest fish before the lakes are drained in mid-summer 2021.

Online information available for Lake Ahquabi Water Quality Improvement Plan

• 9/10/2020 11:57:00 AM
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INDIANOLA – Iowans interested in the results of a DNR study to improve water quality in Lake Ahquabi in Warren County can view a presentation on the Iowa DNR’s YouTube channel.

Planning underway for renovations at Lake Ahquabi State Park, and Lake Ahquabi and Hooper Lake beginning fall of 2021

• 3/24/2020 12:13:00 PM
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Indianola - Lake Ahquabi State Park and lake are in the early planning stages of a major overhaul to improve park roads, upgrade the campground, fix the lake’s water outlet structure and eliminate the gizzard shad population.

7 of the most stunning views in Iowa State Parks

• 9/25/2017 3:17:00 PM
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From incredible vistas to wildlife watching, Iowa's state parks offer some of the best ways to take in Iowa's beautiful sights.

Iowa's most Instagrammed state parks

• 8/22/2017 10:07:00 AM
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For many, when they step outside to enjoy Iowa’s state parks, snapping some pictures is a natural part of the journey. Explore parks all over the state by hiking, biking, relaxing lake side and experiencing extraordinary views – you can start with these 10, which are the parks posted about the most by Iowans on Instagram

Two Fishermen Help Save Indianola Man at Lake Ahquabi

• 2/15/2016 6:59:00 AM
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INDIANOLA – An Indianola man was rescued by two fishermen after falling through the ice at Lake Ahquabi on Sunday.

7 Things to Do in Iowa’s State Parks This Summer

• 7/2/2015 6:45:00 AM
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Whether you're interested in just relaxing or getting adventurous, Iowa State Parks have something for everyone this summer.

Eight Historical CCC Parks in Iowa

• 3/31/2015 11:26:00 AM
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From the iconic boathouse at Backbone, to the spillway at Beeds Lake, to the varied and beautiful stone lodges and shelters within so many of our parks, we owe a debt of gratitude to the men of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Celebrate the CCC’s anniversary, March 31, by learning about these stand-out examples of CCC projects in Iowa.