David Bates Memorial Park
David Bates
Memorial Park, located northeast of Union, is a beautiful hidden gem of Hardin
County. The area is comprised of 38 acres of mowed park and timber. The
location features carry-down river access (#239), primitive camping, and is
near a mowed hiking trail, Bates Trail, that connects to Daisy Long Campground.
The park is open to public hunting during hunting seasons and offers fishing
opportunities along the Iowa River.
Features
- Carry-down, river access (#239)
- Primitive camping
- Near a mowed hiking trail, Bates Trail, that connects to Daisy Long Campground.
- Hunting
- Fishing
Primitive Camping Details
Fees:
Annual
Permit: $100/unit per camping season (April - October each year)
Daily
Permit: $10/unit per night - Daily permits are valid for the days listed
in the registration form.
*Each
primitive park enforces a 14-day stay limit for both daily and annual permit
holders. Campers must leave the park once they reach this limit.
Register and purchase permits online at My
County Parks.
Annual Permit Registration / Daily Permit Registration
Registration must be completed within 30
minutes of arrival.
Once
registered, campers will receive an email confirmation for their online payment
which will serve as proof of registration.
Operating Hours & Seasons
Open Daily 5:00 AM - 10:30 PM