Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park
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Reviewed Oct. 30, 2023

Beautiful area and peaceful camping

This is one of my favorite camping trips! The scenery will blow you away. The park has amazing overlooks for those of us that are not big hikers and some trails that are not too long. I recommend hiking sticks because even the shorter trails can be rocky but it is worth it! We drove to every overlook. There are shady areas to enjoy the view and have a snack/lunch. Each area was different so do not skip them! 

We did Rock Cave and Bear Cave Trails that stated the difficulty as "easy". Both trails had obstacles and were not a walk in the park. Take your time and watch your step. I used a walking stick and my partner for support at times. It was slow going in some areas and younger people zoomed right past us. That was okay! The Cedar Falls Overlook was a boardwalk and accessible for strollers/walkers but it was still a little ways to go. 

We camped in our pull behind camper in loop D. Our site was great except it was steeper than anticipated. Be aware of the site you book and come prepared with extra chocks, blocks and/or stabilizers. Our site was spacious and clean. The bathhouse was also clean and well maintained. We drove through the other loops for reference. Loop A looked good all the way around. Loop B looked new, as if all sites are full hookup with smooth, paved drives including a parking area. Loop C was very woody and wild compared to B! Its worth mentioning again...find campsite pictures online so you know what you are booking.

I highly recommend visiting this park! We have already a booked another stay for next spring.

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  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023
  • Review photo of Petit Jean State Park — Petit Jean State Park by Natalie C., October 30, 2023