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| One of Crawford County's unique natural areas, this 165 acre park is located four miles west of Dow City and provides picnicking, hiking, swimming, boating, fishing and camping. Developed in 1963, it has provided thousands of hours of enjoyment to young and old alike. Four seperate campgrounds are available for the camper, with a total of 90 sites. Four shelter houses are available on a first come - first served basis or by calling the Conservation Office in the Courthouse at 712-263-2748 for reservations. Traveling west on Highway 30, take the Nelson Park Road two miles west of Dow City, then follow the signs 4 miles to the park. |
| Camping Rates: Electric - $15.00 Non-Electric - $12.00 (Sorry, We Do Not Take Reservations For Overnight Camping) Shelter Rates: Large Shelters (Upper & Lower) -$25.00 Small Shelter (By The Lake) - $20.00 Can be reserved up to 12 months in advance. Call 712-263-2748 For Reservations (We do not accept reservations by email at this time) (If not reserved, they are on a first come-first served basis) Shelter Photos & Info |
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| Nelson Park 1450 Nelson Park Road Dow City, Iowa. 51528 |
| Please remember that all areas are carry in - carry out pertaining to trash. What you bring in please carry out. |
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| Notice To Fisherman Minimum Legal Length For Bass 15 Inches |
| This is to: 1. Prevent Overharvest of Bass 2. Provide more Bass fishing 3. Increase Quality of Bass & Bluegill 4. Maintain Preditors to Control Small Bluegill |
| Legal Limits Largemouth Bass; 3 Channel Catfish 8 Crappie No Limit Bluegill No Limit |
| Illegal Bass Must Be Returned To The Water Unharmed Immediately After Being Taken |
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