Breezy Bay Campground

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Breezy Bay Campground is the modern campground at Hickory Grove Park. It is located on the north side of the lake. There are 43 modern camping sites (12 reservable; 30 available on a first-come, first-served basis only; 1 campground attendant).

Click here to make reservations.

Reservable sites may be reserved beginning November 1 for the next camping season and must be made at least 5 days in advance of the date of reservation.

The occupancy limit is 14 consecutive days; campers are then required to leave the park for a minimum of 48 hours.

There are no refunds available for cancellations.

Moving between campsites is not allowed unless approved by a park ranger.

Reservations are posted at each site five days in advance. If not reserved, sites are available on a first come, first served basis until a reservation is posted or until the 14 day maximum stay is reached, whichever comes first.

Only one camping unit is allowed per campsite with an additional tent allowed for minor children only.

Check-in/check-out time is 3 p.m.

The campsite must be registered under the name of a person 18 years of age or older who will occupy the camping unit on that site for the full term of the registration.

For a complete list of park rules please visit http://www.storycountyconservation.org/.

Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 03:00 PM and check-out is before 03:00 PM.

Location

67464 250th Street

Colo, Iowa 50056

Amenities

Carry in/carry out refuse
Dump station
Electricity
Fire ring
Firewood available
On-site resident host
Picnic Table
Restroom
Shower facilities
Swimming nearby

50 amp, 30 amp, and 110 volt electrical service at each site
Camping pads are 10' by 50' with an additional 10' by 20' pad
Shower house with flush toilets and hot water is available in the main campground (also a tornado safe shelter)
Dump station and water hydrants available in the main campground
Firewood is available for purchase from the campground attendant in site 1
Sand beach and swimming area (There are no lifeguards on duty--swimming is at your own risk. There are no swimming fees charged)
Picnic sites with tables and grills throughout Hickory Grove Park
Hiking trails
Public fishing is allowed on the 98-acre lake stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, and walleye
Public hunting is allowed in the two game management areas on the south side of the park (see map)

Fees

$20.00/site/night

Weekends (Friday & Saturday) - 2 night minimum

Holiday weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) - 3 night minimum

Hours of Operation & Seasons

Campground is open April - October.

Disclaimer: During the early and late camping seasons, facilities may be closed and unavailable due to cold temperatures. No refunds will be issued for reservations made during these times.

Address

67464 250th Street
Ph: 515-232-2516

Colo, IA, 50056

Closures

Campground is closed November - March

The campground may be opened prior to April 1 or closed after October 31 pending favorable weather & ground conditions.
Water and modern restrooms/shower facilities may be closed to prevent freezing even though the campground may remain open.

Availability

Where You'll Be

Story County

Story County Conservation serves the citizens of central Iowa by managing parks and natural areas including Hickory Grove Park, near Colo, Dakins Lake, near Zearing, and McFarland Park, near Ames. Located close to Iowa State University in Ames, the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park provides a central location for environmental education opportunities for every age. The over 3,500 acres managed by Story County Conservation include wildlife and public hunting areas, water recreation accesses, and native and restored prairies.