RV rental Yellow River State Forest, IA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

When you go RV camping at Yellow River State Forest, there are numerous recreational activities for you to enjoy. Hikers will love the trails in this forest. With a total of forty-five miles worth of trails to explore, ranging from easy to moderate to difficult, hikers enjoy every bit of their hiking experience. While the trail system is one of the most rugged in the state, the trails are well worn and easy to follow. Some of the trails are open to mountain bikers and equestrians, while about ten miles of trails are exclusively dedicated to hiking by foot only. The Paint Creek Trail is an easy, wide, multi-use trail covering 2.3 miles and crossing important areas in the park. Try the Forester Trail for a rugged hike, or the Heffern’s Hill Loop, which is perfect for endurance building. Don’t forget to explore the scenic overlooks on your hikes. For those of you who enjoy birding, your hikes will offer the perfect opportunity to check out rare bird species. For your fishing enjoyment, there are two trout streams inside the forest. The Little Paint Stream and the Paint Stream are well stocked with trout and offer great fishing opportunities for both beginner and experienced anglers. Remember to buy a trout stamp before fishing in the forest, and follow all the necessary guidelines that go with fishing in Yellow River. Hunting is a popular outdoor sport at Yellow River State Forest in all areas, except in or around camping areas. From white-tailed deer, squirrels, turkey, rabbits, waterfowl and upland game birds, there is ample game to hunt for. The state expects all hunting rules to be followed when engaged in the sport.