Holst State Forest is located 1/2 mile south and 1/4 mile west of Fraser in Boone county. It consists of 314 acres of upland hardwood forest and small areas of conifers. It has one graveled road access, but very limited internal vehicular access.

ATV’s and off road vehicles are prohibited. There are no facilities or water available. Hiking, bird watching, and hunting opportunities are plentiful. The primary game species are squirrels, rabbits, turkey, and whitetail deer.

For more information call Wayne Fuhlbrugge at 515/832-3585. E-mail Wayne at wayne.fuhlbrugge@dnr.iowa.gov