In 1973,
the Dallas County Conservation Board purchased 24.57 acres of land from the
George and Myrtle Trindle estate with the land to be used as a public park. A
beautiful property, Trindle Park overlooks the city of Van Meter and provides a
view for several miles.
The Trindle Park Open Shelterhouse is an open-air shelter adjacent to a playground. It has electrical outlets and nearby modern restrooms.
Location
Trindle Park
3555 Richland Circle
Van Meter, Iowa
From Interstate 80, take exit 113.
Go south on County Road R16.
Continue on R16, turning left at the T intersection.
Turn right on Richland Circle. The park entrance is on the right.
Amenities
This is an open-air shelter adjacent to a playground. It has electrical outlets and nearby modern restrooms.
A/C
Carry in/carry out refuse
Electricity
Pet Friendly
Picnic Table
Restroom
Fees
Daily Fee: $35
Please note that payments made through mycountyparks.com will appear as from "Dallas County Treasurer".
Hours of Operation & Seasons
In
May-October, Trindle Park hours are 8:00am-10:00pm daily. Restrooms are
open.
In November and April, Trindle Park hours are 8:00am-5:00pm daily. Restrooms are closed.
In December-March, Trindle Park is closed. Restrooms are closed.
The area must be vacated before closing time.
Permits
Please read the Special Event Permit located on our website to determine if your event requires it. Call DCCB at 515-465-3577 with any question about this permit.
