The Board and Staff of Benton County Conservation welcomes you to our beautiful county, located in East Central Iowa, and hopes your stay is enjoyable and pleasant. Our quiet and serene natural areas, hiking and river trials, and campgrounds offer outstanding recreational opportunities for local, regional and national visitors.
The Benton County Conservation Board (BCCB) also provides conservation assistance, environmental education and naturalist services, and can suggest the perfect campground or natural areas for you to explore. BCCB is proud to be the home to one of Iowa's first county parks, Hannen Park, (south of US 30, near Blairstown) and to manage over 1,355 acres of natural areas, preserves, river access sites and boat launches, and 17 parks.
Find us in Vinton, Iowa (52349):
- From Cedar Rapids: ~35 miles NW
- From Waterloo: ~ 35 miles SE
- From Des Moines: ~ 90 miles E
- From I-80: ~20 miles N
- From I-90: ~1.5 hours S
Need additional information?
BCCB Office in Vinton: 319-472-4942
Email BCCB Director: William Heber: Contact Benton CCB
Join us on Facebook "Benton County Conservation Friends"
Activities in Benton CountyThere is natural beauty all around in Benton County. The slow moving Cedar River enters the county from north (Blackhawk County) and exists from the south (Linn County) and provides ample opportunities for an extended camping/fishing trip using canoes, kayaks, and fishing boats. If you would rather walk or hike, then Benton County is the perfect destination with many miles of trials available. The Cedar Valley Nature Trail (from Cedar Rapids to near Waterloo) crosses through Benton County near Urbana and offers more than 50 miles of quiet hiking and biking. The Old Creamery Nature Trail traverses 14 miles of farm fields, quiet forested woods, and gorgeous wildflowers between Vinton-Garrison-Dysart.
Activities and Events in Benton County: Throughout the year Benton County hosts several family-friendly events and activities drawing crowds from across the state. Listed below are a few of the events and activities as you plan your camping trip or vacation.
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- Farmers Market (May-Oct) - Every Thursday at 5:00pm at the old Train Station. Fresh vegetables, fruit, pies, and other tasty treats.
- Party-in-the-Park (June) - A wholesome family fun-filled extravaganza begins on Thursday with a children's parade and carnival, extending through the weekend with food, fun, musical entertainment, and concluding Saturday night with an amazing fireworks demonstration.
- Benton County Fair (July) - Americana at it's best! Camp at Rodgers park and visit the Fair for carnival rides, deep-fried treats, entertaining and interesting competitions, and don't miss the animal barns. Races held too!
- Boomtown (September) - Vinton is the new home for The Iowa Pyrotechnics Association annual fireworks gathering. The IPA members launch their experimental fireworks on the Benton County Fair grounds. Check out Boomtown!
Facilities in Benton CountyVarious facilities located within the Benton County park system include: campgrounds, open shelters, camping cabins, boat ramps, playgrounds, etc.
Interactive Benton County Parks Map
Click on an item below to view each parks information.
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