Rock Creek State Park facts for kids
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- For the park in Washington, D.C. see Rock Creek Park
Quick facts for kids Rock Creek State Park |
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Bridge over Rock Creek Lake for County Road F27
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 Rock Creek State Park
Location in Iowa
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| Location | Jasper, Iowa, United States |
| Area | 1,697 acres (6.87 km2) |
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Established | 1952 |
| Governing body | Iowa Department of Natural Resources |
| Website | Rock Creek State Park |
Rock Creek State Park is a state park of Iowa, US. It is located in Jasper County, near Kellogg.
The 1,697-acre (687 ha) park was dedicated in 1952 and includes numerous boat launches and docks, picnic grounds, camping grounds, and trails for horseback riding and hiking. In the winter, the 602-acre (244 ha) lake may freeze over, and the park is a popular spot for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.
Grinnell is located 7 miles (11 km) to the east. The park's proximity to the town as well as a connecting bike path make the park a popular destination for students at Grinnell College.
Fishing is a popular thing at Rock Creek, Fish species are Black and White Crappie, Largemouth Bass, White Bass, Channel Catfish, Black Bullhead, Bluegill, Green Sunfish, Freshwater Drum, and Walleye. Golden Shiners also have a small population here, two large Golden Shiners were caught while fishing for panfish.
