Big Creek State Park Tours

Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Get away from it all and enjoy the serene natural surroundings of Big Creek State Park. Make use of any walking tracks and picnic areas spread across this unspoiled habitat.

This protected natural landscape in Polk City is well-liked by travelers, so make a spot for it on your must-see list. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are loads more attractions waiting for you to experience after Big Creek State Park. Saylorville Lake, Tournament Club of Iowa, and Beaver Creek Golf Club are close by.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

2.5 out of 5
per person
Sep 5 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Baltimore (BWI) to Des Moines (DSM)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (909 reviews)
Very nice and quiet hotel and delicious breakfast in great area

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3 out of 5
Downtown Des Moines
per person
Sep 5 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Baltimore (BWI) to Des Moines (DSM)
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
They let one person from our party have breakfast but not the other two. Still very confused.

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2 out of 5
per person
Sep 5 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Baltimore (BWI) to Des Moines (DSM)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
Very clean hotel with amazing staff! Highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Popular places to visit

Big Creek Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Big Creek Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

Big Creek Wildlife Management Area

Polk City Community Library

After visiting Polk City Community Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

Polk City Community Library

Tournament Club of Iowa

Enjoy a round of golf in Polk City at Tournament Club of Iowa. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.

Tournament Club of Iowa

Morse Family Park

After visiting Morse Family Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

Morse Family Park

Leonard Park

Leonard Park is just one of the places to see in Polk City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

Leonard Park

All Seasons Park

After visiting All Seasons Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

All Seasons Park

Best Lodging Options Near Big Creek State Park

Qube Hotel
Qube Hotel
2.5 out of 5
300 Boulder Pointe, Polk City, IA
Qube Hotel
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2 out of 5
6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes
Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes
251 Gateway Cir, Grimes, IA
Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes
Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines
Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines
2 out of 5
105 Ne Delaware Ave, Ankeny, IA
Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines
Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
3 out of 5
133 SE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, IA
Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
2.5 out of 5
5050 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
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