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The Lake Manawa State Park is undeniably one of the most popular outdoor recreational spaces in the Council Bluffs area as well as the Omaha metropolitan area. Featuring 1,529 gorgeous acres of well-maintained land, this state park is home to a serene 660-acre natural lake that was formed back in 1881 when a river channel was cut off from the Missouri River due to a flood. With a name that translates to peace and comfort in English, the Lake Manawa State Park also welcomes visitors to its camping grounds where outdoorsy visitors can maximize the park’s hiking trails, swimming beach, and fishing areas.
1100 South Shore Drive, Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501, Phone: 712-366-0220
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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