Gypsum City OHV Park
Gypsum City OHV Park near Fort Dodge in Webster County is Iowa's largest off-highway vehicle park, approximately 800 acres with 60 miles of trail managed by the Iowa DNR. The park is built on a former gypsum mine site, and the excavated terrain created by mining operations gives the landscape a dramatic, post-industrial character rare among Midwest OHV parks: open rolling terrain in the reclaimed areas, excavated pit edges with steep drop-offs, exposed gypsum bedrock faces, and pond areas accessible to amphibious builds. Facilities are extensive compared to most Iowa parks: a 1.5-mile motocross track, a 0.5-mile supercross track, a dedicated kids' track, and a skills course alongside the main trail network, making Gypsum City the state's primary venue for organized motocross competition as well as recreational trail riding. ATVs, UTVs, and off-road motorcycles are permitted; vehicles must be 65 inches or less in width and under 2,000 pounds. Full-facility camping is available on-site. A valid Iowa DNR OHV registration sticker is required for all riders. The park hosts sanctioned events throughout the riding season. Check the Iowa DNR OHV event calendar before planning a visit on peak weekends.