Grundy

This area is Grundy County's newest recreation area. The 40-acre lake was created by IDOT in 1999 when borrow material was needed for the highway construction. The IDOT transferred the area to Grundy County by agreement upon completion of the highway project.







The lake site was transferred to Grundy County in August, 2002. Additional property was purchased from the IDOT using Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant funds making the total area 255-acres.

Construction of the boat ramp and access drives around the lake began in 2002 and the park officially opened to the public in July, 2003.

Since that time, trees have been planted and native prairie grass seeded. And continuing over the next few years, planned developments include shelters and picnic facilities. Wetlands and other habitat restoration has been done. An asphalt hiking/biking trail was constructed cooperatively with the city of Dike in the summer of 2008. A 61-site modern campground development is now complete.

Grundy County Lake Campground

Grundy County Lake campground was completed the summer of 2008. The campground features 59 electrical sites that feature 50 and 30 amp services. There is water at each site and the park has a dump station. Modern shower house on site with 6 private shower restrooms. Attractions include a playground, basketball court, and a paved bike trail that connects the campground to the 40 acre fishing lake. The paved bike trail also connects with the city of Dike’s paved trail that connects the park to Dike’s restaurants, convenient store, and parks. The campground is a first come first serve campground with no reservations. Camping fees are $20 per night on all sites.

Location

Features

• Camping
• Hiking Trails
• Picnic Tables
• Fishing
• Boating