Stephens
United States, Iowa
Stephens
LocationUnited States, Iowa
RegionIowa
TypeState Forest
Coordinates40.9500°, -93.2667°
Established1936
Area62.9
Nearest CityChariton (10 mi)
Major CityDes Moines (60 mi)
About Stephens
Iowa's largest state forest spans five south-central counties: Lucas, Clarke, Monroe, Appanoose, and Davis. Stephens State Forest offers extensive hunting, hiking, and equestrian trails through rolling oak-hickory forests and restored prairies.