Big Hollow Cedar Shelter

Big Hollow Recreation Area | Des Moines County, IA

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Cedar Shelter House is the smaller of the two available shelters at Big Hollow's East Picnic Area. While it's only large enough to cover about four picnic tables, it does still feature two grills and fire ring.

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

Location

Google Map - From the stop sign entering the park:

Turn left at the stop sign and follow the road to the group camp area. The Cedar Shelter is on the South side of the road.

EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 911

NON-EMERGENCY: Des Moines County Conservation (319) 753-8260
Des Moines County Sheriff’s Department (319) 753-8366

Amenities

Fire ring
Picnic Table
Refuse cans
Swimming nearby

In addition to two fire grills, the following amenities are available at the Big Hollow Cedar Shelter House

Fees

$10 per day

Hours of Operation & Seasons

Park Hours: 6:00 am – 10:30 pm

Address

18853 152nd Ave.
Ph: 319-753-8260

Sperry, IA, 52650

Closures

Closed end of October - beginning of April.

Availability

Where You'll Be

Des Moines County

Des Moines County Conservation is located in southeastern Iowa adjacent to the Mississippi & Skunk Rivers. Des Moines County has an area of 261,760 acres or approximately 409 square miles. Des Moines County Conservation manages 20 individual parks, recreation areas, river accesses and wildlife areas encompassing more than 2,000 acres.