Spring Creek Geologic Study Area


The Spring Creek Geologic Study Area is 32 acres of upland forest.  Located within the park is a quarry where fossils are quite commonly found.  The park entrance leads to the quarry parking lot and there you may begin to find cephalopods, brachiopods and other fossils common to Iowa.  Contained within the 32 acres is prime white tailed deer, squirrel, and turkey habitat.  A small creek runs through the park as well. 

Hikers within the park will encounter unique rock formations.  Bird watchers will encounter numerous species of non-game birds as well as raptors and other avian species common to Iowa's woodlands.

Park boundaries may not be clearly marked in all locations within the park so please be aware of park boundaries and respect private property.

Location

Spring Creek Geologic Study Area is found off of I-380 on Wellman Road. 

Features

Rock quarry containing various fossil specimens
Hunting
Parking
Bird watching
Hiking
Creek Access

States hunting and fishing regulation

Operating Hours & Seasons

Contact Us:
Black Hawk County Conservation
1346 West Airline Hwy
Waterloo, IA 50703
Phone: (319) 433-PARK (7275)   Fax: (319) 433-7276
conservation@blackhawkcounty.iowa.gov

Park hours: 6:00 a.m to 10:30 p.m.

Closures