Hayden Prairie State Preserve

Hayden Prairie State Preserve
Map of Iowa
LocationHoward County, Iowa
Nearest cityChester
Coordinates43°26′22″N 92°22′59″W / 43.4395°N 92.3831°W / 43.4395; -92.3831
Area240 acres (97 ha)
Established1945
Governing bodyIowa Department of Natural Resources
Designated1965

The Hayden Prairie State Preserve is a 240-acre (97 ha) tallgrass prairie located in Howard County, Iowa. It is a National Natural Landmark managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Located close to the northern border of the state of Iowa, the nearest towns are Chester and Lime Springs.