Nelson Park Large Upper Shelter

This large open shelter house is equipped with picnic tables, several grills, lights, and electrical outlets.  A horseshoe pit is also nearby.  Closest restroom is at the Beach.This open shelter is available on a first-come, first-served basis.  We no longer reserve this shelter except on a case by case basis.


Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 06:00 AM and check-out is before 10:30 PM.

Location This shelter house is located north of the beach area and up the hill.


Amenities

  • Carry in/carry out refuse
  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Picnic Table
  • Pressurized water
  • Refuse cans
This open shelter has several picnic tables, grills, and electricity.

Fees

This open shelter house is available on a first-come, first-served basis, unless reserved.  Reservations may be made by calling the Conservation Office at 712-263-2748.


Hours of Operation & Seasons

6:00 AM until 10:30 PM.


Address

1450 Nelson Park Road
Ph: 712-643-5426

Dow City, IA, 51528


Closures

winter


Where You'll Be


Crawford County

Since its establishment in west-central Iowa,  the Crawford County Conservation Board has acquired 1115 acres of land which have been developed into 22 individual parks, wildlife and forest areas, public hunting areas and a historical site. In addition, the Board holds six management agreements on 16.5 acres of native prairie located through out the county. For the river enthusiast, four public access areas have been developed on the Boyer River.

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