FLOODING: Parts of Trails 3 and 4 occasionally flood. Use caution and do not cross flooded areas. Do not walk "off-trail" around flooded areas because there are many wetlands. If you encounter flooding, turn around. For up-to-date information about trail status, contact the park office.
WRONG DIRECTIONS: Many mapping services (including Google Maps, Mapquest, and Apple Maps are providing incorrect driving directions to the park. Use Exit 178/SR 43 north of Lafayette to access the park. Do not use SR 225. There is no park entrance and the road has a one-lane bridge with a weight restriction.
Please note:
Many mapping services (including Google, Mapquest, and Apple (iPhone) maps are providing incorrect driving directions to those entering Prophetstown State Park. Please follow these written directions to enter the State Park. Written directions also suitable for those traveling on SR 43/ N. River Road.
FROM I-65/ General directions: Take Exit 178/SR 43 north of Lafayette. Go south on SR 43 (N. River Rd.) for a very short distance and turn left onto Burnetts Road. Take a right on 9th Street. Follow brown highway signs for Prophetstown State Park and make a left onto Swisher Road. This is a hard left immediately after the veterinary office. Once on Swisher Road, cross over I-65 and follow the winding paved road until you reach the park gatehouse.
There is no park entrance off of SR 225. SR 225 features a one-lane bridge with a weight restriction. Please follow the above navigational instructions or call (765)567-4919 for directions.