Swan Lake State Park

Kids Fishing Day at Swan Lake Bison near the Conservation Education Center Bison at Swan Lake Farmstead Museum Canadian Geese at Swan Lake

Discover Swan Lake State Park in Carroll

Swan Lake State Park is managed by the Carroll County Conservation Board. It is a 510-acre multi-use area, including 110-acre lake. The land was acquired by the Department of Natural Resources in 1933. In 1959, the Carroll Conservation Board signed a management agreement with the Department of Natural Resources receiving authority to maintain and develop the park. The lake is surrounded by wooded area home to deer, wild turkey, small mammals and a variety of birds; making this park popular for wildlife viewing.

Swan Lake State Park has the largest most diverse campground in Carroll County with 44 full-hook up sites including 20 long term sites, 46 electric and water sites, 22 electric sites and a large area for tent camping! Other amenities include two shower house, firewood and ice sales, dump station, boat rentals, and campground hosts.

Campground Hosts are located at the campground entrance (Sites 29 & 34) from Memorial Day through Labor Day to answer any questions you might have. In addition, CCCB has two Park Rangers that live nearby providing security to park visitors and campers. We also provide free Wi-Fi throughout the campground at Swan Lake State Park!

Campground at Swan Lake State Park:
The Campground has over 120 sites available along with an area for tent camping. We have 45 full hook-up sites (water, sewer, and electricity) of those sites 20 are long-term. 52 sites which are electric (30/50 amp) and have water. and 21 sites equipped with electric (30 amp) service. There is a shower house, playground, and dump station located nearby. 

Campground Rates:

Full Hook-up Sites (50AMP) $20.00 night

Electrical (50/30AMP) $18.00 night

Tent (no electricity) $10.00 night

We do not take reservations for camping.

All CCCB campgrounds are on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you have any questions please check out our campground rules and regulations or contact the Carroll County Conservation Office (M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm) at (712) 792-4614 or email office@carrollcountyiowa.org

Swan Lake State Park has two cabins that are available year-round. The Deer Ridge Cabin and the Bison View cabin, more information can be found under facilities.

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Features Available at Various Facilities

  • A/C
  • Cooking / eating utensils
  • Dump station
  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Fireplace
  • Firewood available
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Heating
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • On-site resident host
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pets prohibited
  • Picnic Table
  • Pressurized water
  • Refuse cans
  • Restroom
  • Sewer Connection
  • Shower facilities
  • Swimming nearby
  • Table with chairs
  • Wi-Fi

  • 2 Camping Cabins
  • 2 Meeting Rooms in the Swan Lake Education Center
  • Shelter Houses for events and gatherings
  • Fish House
  • Kayak & Paddleboat Rentals at Swan Lake State Park (Memorial Day – Labor Day) 
  • Playgrounds with nature based elements
  • Gift Shop and Concession Stand
  • Walking, Hiking, & Biking

To make a reservation at one of our facilities please contact our office at (712) 792-4614 or email office@carrollcountyiowa.org


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