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Big Bend Conservation Area
LocationThe Big Bend Conservation Area is located just 2 miles northeast of Marengo, along the Iowa River Corridor. Drive 1 mile north of Marengo on V-66, and two miles east on Hwy F-15. An access road and parking area are provided as well as limited access to the river.
Operating Hours & Seasons 6 A.M. - 10:30 P.M.
Discover Big Bend Conservation Area in Marengo
It is an excellent wildlife area that includes 250 acres of cottonwood-maple forest mixed with 70 acres of wetland. Wildlife abounds in this area, including a great variety of waterfowl, beaver, otter, eagles, songbirds, deer and turkey.
A park map can be found here.
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