The Maquoketa Caves State Park reopened for day use on Thursday, July 28

Jackson County, IA – According to the statement, the campground will remain closed until further notice.

All campers with reservations through Sunday, July 31 have been notified and refunded.

The park closed on Friday, July 22 after the tragic shooting deaths of three members of the Schmidt family from Cedar Falls, Iowa.

The Division of Criminal Investigation continues to lead the investigation of the incident. 

The Iowa DNR appreciates the continued collaborative work between local law enforcement, the Department of Public Safety, and the DNR State Parks staff and conservation officers on this investigation.

A temporary memorial site will be located at the Maquoketa Caves State Park entrance sign near the Visitor Center.

No other information is available at the moment.

This is a developing story and it will be updated as new information become available.