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Banner Lakes at SUmmerset State Park Access

Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park Access provides two single-lane boat ramps with adjacent parking on Upper and Lower Banner Lakes, operating under no-wake motor regulations.

The park offers pit toilets, a 2-mile paved bike loop connecting to the 12-mile Summerset Trail, and multiple hiking trails through rolling terrain.

Day-use access requires a $5 vehicle permit, with the park located at 13084 Elk Horn Street, Carlisle, IA 50047, approximately 15 miles south of Des Moines.


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