Pilot Knob State Park

There’s no need for seconds to be sloppy! Sometimes like at Iowa’s second highest point, Pilot Knob State Park, seconds are best. Hike to the stone tower at the high point and take in sweeping views. Those wanting to ride the trails via bike or horseback will also find plenty of options. Nestled deep in the park is Dead Man’s Lake; it’s floating sphagnum bog is a naturalist's delight with pond lilies, tall grasses, and nesting birds seen no where else in the state. Fishing and boat til your heart’s content or swing by for winter thrills! Ice skating, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing are a delight with the parks warming huts. Camping is perfect for hardcore adventurers and families alike, a weekend at Pilot Knob is sure to prove that sometimes being second still feels like winning.