| Lake Anita State Park | |
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 Picnic shelter overlooking Lake Anita | |
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| Location | Cass, Iowa, United States |
| Coordinates | 41°25′26″N 94°46′33″W / 41.42389°N 94.77583°W / 41.42389; -94.77583 |
| Area | 1,062 acres (4.30 km) |
| Elevation | 1,342 ft (409 m) |
| Established | 1961 |
| Governing body | Iowa Department of Natural Resources |
Lake Anita State Park is a state park of Iowa, US, featuring a 171-acre (69 ha) reservoir on a branch of the Nishnabotna River. The park is located south of Anita on Iowa State Highway 148.
Facilities
The campground, one of the most popular in southwest Iowa, offers 161 sites, two shower-and-restroom facilities, and a playground. Several picnic areas overlook the reservoir, and 8 open shelters can be reserved for private events.
Recreation
Lake Anita State Park includes a beach and two boat ramps. All boating is at no-wake speeds. Docks are available for seasonal rent. Fishing is geared toward largemouth bass, crappies, and bluegills. A 1-mile (1.6 km) self-guided nature trail interprets the trees and shrubs of the region. A 4-mile (6.4 km) trail for walking and bicycling circles the lake.
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Entrance sign
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View of campground
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View of dam and trail
References
- "Lake Ahquabi State Park". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. April 30, 1979. Retrieved February 27, 2011.
- ^ "Lake Anita State Park". Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved January 27, 2011.
