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Lake Macbride
Lake Macbride is a reservoir located in Solon, Iowa. It is a popular recreational destination for fishing, boating, swimming, and camping. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. The lake is surrounded by a state park, which offers a variety of activities, including hiking, biking, and picnicking. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkeys, and bald eagles. The lake is a great place to spend a day or weekend with family and friends.
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User Reviews
Daniel Kitchen
Google doesn't know how to get here, and you should be very careful about your destination if trying to use GPS. We camped at the North campground. It is very different than the South campground and on the other side of the lake itself. It is very difficult to get between various areas of the park by vehicle. Signage was poor in that area and there was no indication in the area near the South campground how to get to other parts of the park. It is a lovely area. The spillway is a very fun little hike, and there are several pleasant trails. The lake is a very popular fishing area and has nice hiking trails. We did not use the beach but it has a beach and boathouse with concessions on the north side of the lake.
Chloe’s Reviews
“This state park was beautiful! It was a short and worthwhile walk to view the waterfalls. To find the waterfalls you want to go to the part off of State Highway 382 NE by the Lake Macbride campground 😊! “ -Chloe
Shirley Amthauer
Fabulous state park for hiking, biking, kayaking & fishing. Beautiful spillway & lake. Well maintained trails. Nice beach area with boat & kayak rentals Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend. Excellent hiking & fishing year round.
Ellie
I found Lake Macbride by accident while on a drive. It's quite lovely in the fall. I don't know a lot about it but it's quite large. I was near the dam where it feeds the Iowa River. The one way drive along the shore is lovely
Elliott Yu
Definitely one of the most accessible and well maintained lakeside walking trails I've had the privilege of exploring. Plenty of splendid scenes to see, with places to stroll or lightly hike, and enough shade or sun for any casual hiking preference. The water spreads restful without any real waves or current, so it made kayaking an altogether leisurely experience. Nothing too exciting, since you have to stop at the falls, but still worth it if you're seeking out a gentler occasion. The falls themselves are gentler still, making it a fairly tame place to meander and enjoy the sounds of water. Thank you Iowa, I had a time and a half.