- Woodbine, IA
Nelson Park Small South Shelter
This small open shelter is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservation fee.
Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 06:00 AM and check-out is before 10:30 PM.
Location This shelter is located on the south side of the park, inside the entrance and up the hill.
Hours of Operation & Seasons
This shelter house is available from 6:00 a.m. until the park closes at 10:30 p.m.
Address
1450 Nelson Park Road
Ph: 712-643-5426
Dow City, IA, 51528
Closures
None
Availability
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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