• Open shelter house
  • Modern playground
  • Pit toilet 
  • Stand-up grill
  • Close to the river and campground
  • Easy access to trails


Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after N/A and check-out is before N/A.

Location Drive west of Tipton on Cedar valley Road (Hwy X40) to Garfield Ave.  Turn south on Garfield and then take the first left to 225th Street.  Drive down the hill towards the river and the shelter on your right.


Amenities

  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Table
  • Refuse cans
  • Restroom
Open shelter by reservation, drinking water available, vault toilet, half basketball court, playground

Fees

The shelter is available to rent for $15/day.  Email: cedarccb@cedarcounty.iowa.gov or Call 563-886-6930 to make a reservation.


Hours of Operation & Seasons

Open year round from 06:00am-10:30pm


Call for Availability

563-886-6930


Address

660 255 St
Ph: 563-886-6930

West Branch, IA, 52358


Closures

The shelter is available on a first-come first-served basis unless reservations are posted at the shelter.

The shelter and lower portion of the park may be inaccessible during periods of high water from the Cedar River.


Permits

A permit is required for keg beer


Where You'll Be


Cedar County

Cedar County is located in East-Central Iowa and is home to Cedar Valley and Bennett Parks. Cedar County Conservation manages 16 parks including campgrounds, wildlife areas and timbers, and trails encompassing 920 acres throughout the county.


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