The Decatur County Conservation Board has 3 log-style cabins.  These rustic cabins are a great way to experience the outdoors without having to pull a camper or pitch a tent.  All three cabins are one room, handicap accessible and have a patio facing the lake.  Each cabin has two bunk beds and a fold-out couch.  Cabins also come equipped with lights, electricity, a microwave, hot plate, refrigerator, and heater/air conditioning.  A water hydrant is located just outside the door, along with a picnic table, fire ring, and grill.  Bathroom/shower facilities are nearby.  All campers need to bring is bedding, pillows, and cooking/eating utensils.  The maximum number of occupants is six (6).  Camper must be at least 21 years of age to rent a cabin.   There is a 2 night minimum stay during the weekend.
 
NO ON-LINE RESERVATIONS.  TO CHECK AVAILABILITY AND MAKE RESERVATIONS CALL 641-446-7307 OR EMAIL: decccb@grm.net.

Keg beer is NOT allowed in the cabin area.  No smoking allowed in the cabins.  Pets are allowed in cabins #1 and #2 only.  An addition charge of $15 per night will be added for pets.  Cabin area curfew is 10:30PM for non-registered guests.  Maximum number of vehicles per cabin is three.  No tents or RV campers are allowed in the cabin area. 

A $100.00 per cabin damage deposit will be due with the reservation request.  To insure that a cabin will be reserved, the damage deposit, completed reservation request and responsibility agreement, and full rental fee must be received within seven (7) days.  Checks must be written separately to expedite possible refund of deposit. 

If you decide to cancel, 50% of rental fees will be returned if cancelation is received 10 days prior to reservation date.  NO REFUND of rental fees if the reservation is canceled within 10 days of your reservation date. 

The rental fee is $50.00 per night per cabins.  **Maximum length of stay is 14 consecutive nights.  **Payments in cash, personal check or money order.  NO CREDIT CARDS WILL BE ACCEPTED

For more information please call the Decatur County Conservation Board at 641-446-7307 or email us at decccb@grm.net.


Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 03:00 PM and check-out is before 01:00 PM.

Location All three cabins are located near the campground at Little River Recreation Area.  There is a boat ramp nearby and is within walking distance from the cabin area. 


Hours of Operation & Seasons

The cabins are available to rent from April 1st to December 1st by reservation only.  Reservations made for the following current year may be made by calling the Decatur County Conservation Board.  Reservations for the following year will be taken after December 1st. 


Address

20485 NW Little River Rd
Ph: 641-446-7307

Leon, IA, 50144


Closures

The cabins are closed for rent from December 1st to March 31st. 


Availability


Where You'll Be


Decatur County

The Little River Recreation Area and Slip Bluff shower houses are CLOSED. The Little River Bait Shop & General Store is also CLOSED for the 2024 season.

 

The Decatur County Conservation Board is located in south central Iowa along the Missouri border and is home to the Little River Recreation Area - jointly managed by the Decatur County Conservation Board and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The 2,200 acre Little River Recreation Area offers something for everyone. Little River Lake (787 acres) provides excellent fishing and pleasure boating, while the surrounding area provides some hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, and pheasants, cross-country skiing, and hiking. Other activities include camping, picnicking, archery, boating, and swimming. Whatever you enjoy, the choice is yours at the Little River Recreation Area!  For a detailed map of all our county areas, Click Here!

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