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Lake Manawa Campground — photo spot in Lake Manawa State Park, Office, 1100 S Shore Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA

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Lake Manawa Campground

Small freshwater lake with sandy shores, a marina/boat ramp, picnic areas and wooded trails—good for reflections, paddlers, shorebirds and intimate landscape frames. Best at sunrise or sunset for warm light and mirror-like water; spring and fall bring migratory birds and color. Park has a day-use area and campground with parking near the office (1100 S Shore Dr); no special permits for casual shooting, but obey posted rules and respect campers. Weekday mornings are least crowded; expect variable

Lake Manawa State Park, Office, 1100 S Shore Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
WATERSCAPENATURESUNSET_SUNRISE
Lake Manawa Campground - Image 1
Lake Manawa Campground - Image 2
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Lake Manawa Campground

Small freshwater lake with sandy shores, a marina/boat ramp, picnic areas and wooded trails—good for reflections, paddlers, shorebirds and intimate landscape frames. Best at sunrise or sunset for warm light and mirror-like water; spring and fall bring migratory birds and color. Park has a day-use area and campground with parking near the office (1100 S Shore Dr); no special permits for casual shooting, but obey posted rules and respect campers. Weekday mornings are least crowded; expect variable

Lake Manawa State Park, Office, 1100 S Shore Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
WATERSCAPENATURESUNSET_SUNRISE

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