Deep Lakes Park

Fishing at Deep Lakes Park

This 435-acre park includes over 120 acres of deep clear water in numerous small lakes and ponds. The largest lake, Lake Chester, is 55 acres and has a boat landing, accessible fishing dock, and swimming beach. Bluegill, crappie, bass, and catfish can be found in the lakes and ponds. The lakes are trolling motor only.

Locations

South of Muscatine at 2552 Pettibone Avenue, Muscatine.

Features

The area features

  • numerous small lakes and ponds
  • boat ramp & accessible dock on Lake Chester
  • boat ramp on Lake Jewell
  • handicap accessible fishing dock on Lake Chester
  • beach at Lake Chester
  • sand dunes
  • grassy/brushy areas
  • Reservable cabins at the Park

Hours

Open daily from 6:00 am-10:30 pm