A tall, wooded ridge is the most prominent natural feature of this 175-acre park south of Mitchellville. Thomas Mitchell, a native of New Hampshire, built his cabin here along Camp Creek in 1844. His cabin site is no longer visible, but Polk County's first permanent English-speaking settler is still remembered by a park monument and the town of Mitchellville which bears his name.
In addition to its many recreation opportunities, this park sustains an oak-hickory woodland filled with mushrooms, wildflowers, and wildlife that attracts campers, picnickers, and hikers.
Location
From I-80, take exit 143 (Altoona) South, turn East on 8th Street (turns into NE 46th St.). Turn South on 108th St. Park entrance 1/4 mile on westside.
10509 NE 46th Aveune
Mitchellville, IA 50169
(515) 967-4889
Features
- Ball diamond
- Camping
- Fishing
- Geocaching
- Hiking
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Shelters
- Snowmobiling
Operating Hours & Seasons
Summer Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. (daylight savings time in the spring until standard time in the fall)
Winter Hours: Sunrise to Sunset (standard time in the fall until daylight saings in the spring)