Cabins at Cordova Park
Cordova Park features seven modern cabins that are available to rent year round at two separate locations in the park, all with a great view of Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake at 15,000 surface acres.
For additional information on fees, reservations, amenities, maps, policies and location, click on the links below:
Cabin Listings
Printable Cabin Brochure
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Camping at Marion County Park
Marion County Park Campground has 99 camping sites available. Sites #1 - #70, #77 - #99 are gravel pads full hookups, 50 Amp electric service, water hookup and sewer provided, each site will have a picnic table and a fire ring. Sites #50 & #58 are cement pads with full hookups, 50 Amp electric service, water hookup and sewer provided, each site will have a picnic table and a fire ring. Sites #71 - #76 are gravel pads with 50 Amp electric service and water hookup provided, each site has a picnic table and fire ring, except sites #74 and #75, these sites have a shared fire ring. Shade on all campsites varies from moderate to limited.
In the event of freezing conditions, the water to the campsites may not be on.
Water will be available at a hydrant to fill tanks and the shower building will be
available for use.
Please note that the camping fees will not change in the event the water is
off.
Electric campsites #1 - #16 are non-reservable, available on a first-come first-serve basis.
Electric campsites #17 - #99 are reservable sites.
For campsite listing. Click on: Reservable Campsite Listings
Check the individual campsite Availability Calendar or search available campsites for your desired reservation time frame.
The campground also contains a modern shower building, sanitary trailer dump station, an open picnic shelter and has a campground host on site.
Click on Link for Campground Map
Marion County Park Campground Map
* All RULES & REGULATIONS of the Marion County Conservation Board are in effect
* All laws of the State of Iowa are in effect
* Keg Beer is prohibited
* GOLF CARS/CARTS, ATV's & UTV's ARE PROHIBITED
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Camping at Roberts Creek Park
Roberts Creek Park has two separate campgrounds. Roberts Creek West Campground and Roberts Creek East Campground.
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Canoeing & Kayaking at Roberts Creek Park
Roberts Creek Lake is a 300 acre impoundment of adjacent Red Rock Lake, but there is no direct waterway link between Roberts Creek Lake and Red Rock Lake. Roberts Creek Lake makes for good canoe, kayak and paddle boarding due to the length, 1.5 miles, and the relative narrow width, average of 1/4 mile, that keeps the water relatively protected from most wind directions, along with several small bays that add up to approximately 5 miles of shore line to explore. The lake has a "No Wake" restriction for power boats that also creates a safer paddling experience and is easily accessible for paddling boats from the East Boat Ramp.
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Canoeing & Kayaking at Cordova Park
Cordova Park is located adjacent to 15,000 acre Red Rock Lake; which, has many unique environmental features that paddling enthusiasts will enjoy exploring. Red Rock Lake is accessible from Cordova Park from the Cordova Park Boat Ramp. 300 acre Roberts Creek Lake, located just 3 miles East of Cordova Park in Roberts Creek Park, is another paddling opportunity that affords a smaller body of water that is more sheltered from most winds and provides a safer area to navigate.
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Disc Golf at Roberts Creek Park
9 Hole Disc Golf Course Located at Roberts Creek East Campground
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FALL COLORS at Cordova Park
Cordova Park is an 1100-acre area situated on the bluffs overlooking Lake Red Rock. The name Cordova is derived from the small town that occupied the location from 1887 - 1962. The park has seven modern cabins available for rent year-round, all with aq great view of Lake Red Rock. For a bird's eye view of the surrounding area, climb the 169 steps to the top of the park's 106' observation tower. On a clear day, landmarks 35 miles away may be viewed with the naked eye.
Home to abundant wildlife, modern cabins and the observation tower; Cordova Park is considered a year-round travel destination.
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Fishing at Roberts Creek Park
300 acre Roberts Creek
Lake offers good fishing opportunities all year round whether fishing from a
boat, from shore or through the ice when conditions are suitable. Two boat ramps allow easy access to launch, all boat motors are allowed,
but a “No Wake” restriction is enforced. Predominately,
fisherman are targeting Black/White Crappie during the open water season and
through the ice in winter, but Largemouth Bass and Bluegill are also abundant
and sought after by anglers. During the open water season, those seeking to
catch Catfish will find good success also. Lake Red Rock, a 15,000 acre Army
Corp reservoir adjacent to Roberts Creek Park, offers an additional opportunity
for Crappie, Catfish and Largemouth Bass; along with, Walleye and White Bass.
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Fishing at Marion County Park
A 7 Acre fishing lake is located in the center of Marion County Park. A T-Shaped wheel chair accessible fishing pier extends 30 feet from the shoreline into the lake and also a 30 foot rock lined fishing jetty has been constructed to improve opportunities for anglers to be be successful. The lake was renovated in 2015: 80,000 cubic yards of sediment was removed, fish habitat was installed, the lake refilled and fish were restocked. Keeper sized Catfish, Bluegill and Large Mouth Bass should be anticipated by 2018.
Map of Marion County Park
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Hunting at Roberts Creek Park
The 500 acres of public hunting available at Roberts Creek Park are located in two separate parts of the park, 420 acres are located on the north side of the park adjacent on both sides of Dubuque Drive and 80 acres are located in the southeast portion of the park at the junction of Fillmore Drive and Hwy G28. Both areas consist of open grassland areas surrounded by oak/hickory timbers. Game animals that inhabit these areas include White Tailed Deer, Turkey, Pheasants, Squirrel, Rabbit along with other fur bearing animals
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Trails & Hiking at Cordova Park
Karr Trail and Observation Tower
Hike up the 110 foot Observation Tower to see a panoramic view of Lake Red Rock and the surrounding area. Depending on weather conditions, cities and landmarks as far as 25 miles may be seen from the viewing deck of the tower. The tower charges a fee of $.50/person and requires quarters. No change available on-site.
Take a stroll through the Oak/Hickory woods of Cordova Park on the Karr Trail. A mile of trail system is accessible from three separate locations in the park. The Karr Tail at some points is directly adjacent to Lake Red Rock, allowing for access to the lake shore for some additional trekking opportunities at waters edge.
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