Eckoff Nature Preserve
Eckoff Nature Preserve (ENP) is 80 acres of carefully stewarded remnant prairie and oak savanna, located in southwest Warren County. The property was graciously donated to WCCB from Ron and Barb Eckoff with the assistance of Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation.
The Intent for Management: The ENP is open for light recreational uses, including, but not limited to educational or volunteer events, hiking trails, or nature study.
See the ENP Rules and Regulations before visiting this property.
It is the park user's responsibility to know park rules when recreating on public grounds.
Location
Southwest Warren County, east of I-35, near St. Charles, Iowa.
Features
A small parking lot is located on Pierce Street.
2-mile loop for pedestrian traffic only.
Remnant prairie and oak savanna habitat
Operating Hours & Seasons
ENP is closed between 10:00pm and 6:30am.
Trails are open to walk year-round.
See Rules and Regulations.
Closures
Park will be closed to the public during maintenance activities.
