Central Park Nature Center
The Central Park Nature Center is located within Central Park. It houses the administrative offices for the Jones County Conservation Board. Several educational displays and hands on activities are available for visitors. The Nature Center is open most weekdays during regular business hours. Call ahead to ensure availability. From Memorial Day - Labor Day Weekend the Nature Center is open Saturday and Sunday from 1 PM - 5 PM.
Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 12:00 AM and check-out is before 12:00 AM.
Location
Central Park Nature Center
12515 Central Park Road
Center Junction, IA 52212
Phone: 563-487-3541
Amenities
- A/C
- Electricity
- Handicap Accessible
- Picnic Table
- Restroom
Hours of Operation & Seasons
Monday - Friday (Call ahead to ensure availability) Ph: 563-487-3541
Memorial Day - Labor Day Weekend Open Saturday and Sunday from 1PM - 5PM.
Call for Availability
Address
12515 Central Park Road
Ph: 563-487-3541
Center Junction, IA, 52212
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Where You'll Be
Jones County
Jones County Conservation is located in east central Iowa and features the Maquoketa and Wapsipinicon Rivers as two main outdoor recreation natural resources. Currently, Jones County Conservation manages over 20 parks, wildlife areas, trails and river accesses throughout the county - encompassing some 2,000 acres.
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