Benton City-Fry Recreation Area (River Park):
A scenic, quiet recreation area located along the Cedar River in northeastern Benton County offering camping, hiking, and river access. If you like a peaceful camping experience, then Benton-Fry Recreation Area is perfect, and if you're lucky, you might have it all to yourself on a week-night! Pavilion and playgrounds make it a wonderful location for family-gatherings and events.
Location
Benton City-Fry Recreation Area (River Park)
5899 29th Ave. Dr.
Vinton, IA 52349
Find us in East-Central Iowa:
From Cedar Rapids: ~25 miles NW
From Des Moines: ~55 miles E
From I-380 (Urbana): ~6miles S
US-30: ~18 miles N
I-80: ~45 miles N
Features
Benton City-Fry Recreation Area (River Park):
- 39acre river park
- 21 Campsites (16 with electric; 5 without electric)
- Pit Toilet
- Drinking water
- Boat ramp
- Fishing
- Fishing shore and river
- Picnic areas
- Shelters/pavilion
- Playground
- Hunting access during season (excluding campground)
+ Park managed and patrolled by Ranger Jon Geiger