Hickory Grove Park

Fishing at Hickory Grove Park

Fishing is a popular year-round activity at Hickory Grove Park. Crappie, bluegill, and largemouth bass reproduce naturally. Channel catfish are stocked by the IDNR. SCC cooperates with the IDNR in managing the lake.

Shore fishing is allowed on the south side of the lake after park hours. Fishing boats (electric motors only) are allowed on the lake surface 24 hours a day with access from the south boat ramp.

A fish cleaning station is located at the north boat ramp.

Ice houses are allowed on the lake. All ice houses must be removed by February 20 or ice melt, whichever comes first.

 

Iowa fishing regulations apply, for a listing of state rules/regulations please click here:  Iowa DNR - Fishing

Features

  • 98-acre lake
  • Two hard surface boat ramps and one gravel boat ramp
  • Fishing jetties
  • Fishing docks including handicapped accessible dock  at the south boat ramp
  • Fish cleaning station
  • Canoe rental is available on the weekends and holidays from 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. between Memorial Day - Labor Day at the concession building located by the swimming area.

Hours

Shore fishing is allowed on the south side of the lake after park hours. Fishing boats are allowed on the lake surface 24 hours a day with access from the south boat ramp. Park hours are 5:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. daily.

Closed

This area is open year round.