Welcome to Polk County Conservation! We invite you to explore over 15,000 acres of prairie, wetlands, woodlands, trails and parkland. Polk County Conservation offers year-round educational programs, volunteer opportunities and trips to the public.

The Polk County Conservation Board's mission is to provide the citizens of Polk County with quality outdoor recreation, conservation education, and long term protection of Polk County's natural heritage.

Many exciting park and trail improvements are happening in Polk County thanks in part to the Polk County Water and Land Legacy bond referendum that was again supported by voters in November of 2022. This may result in closed recreation areas due to construction. 

We encourage the public to stay involved and updated on these improvements by regularly visiting our website at here. 

Polk County Conservation Administration Offices

12130 NW 128th St.
Granger, Iowa 50109

Office hours:
Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (515) 323-5300
Fax: (515) 323-5354
Email: pccb_info@polkcountyiowa.gov
Website: www.leadingyououtdoors.org

 

Jester Park Nature Center
12130 NW 128th St.
Granger, Iowa 50109

Visit the website for current hours 

Phone: (515) 323-5350
Email: jpnc_info@polkcountyiowa.gov
Website: www.jesterparknaturecenter.com

 

Jester Park Lodge Rental Information:
Food with Flair 515-277-7775 or visit their website.

Activities in Polk County

• Tent & RV Camping
• Hiking Trails
• Horseback Riding
• Canoeing & Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Birding
• Trail Running
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Snowshoeing
• Picnicking
• Hunting & Fishing 
• Educational Programming
• Bison & Elk Herds
• Equestrian Trails & Camping
• Nature Center
• Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center

Many of our events are free and open to the public. More information on our educational programs, events, camps and trips can be found on our website calendar at Polk County Conservation calendar.

Facilities in Polk County

• Jester Park Nature Center, click here to visit the Jester Park Nature Center website
• Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center, click here to visit the Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center website
• Open shelters in six parks
• Jester Park Lodge
• Jester Park Amphitheater and Mini Shelter
• Jester Park Cabins
• Thomas Mitchell Cabin
• Yellow Banks Cabins
• Chichaqua Longhouse
• Numerous campsites in four parks
• Lauridsen Skatepark
• Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex

Visit our website for more information: www.LeadingYouOutdoors.org

Parks in Polk County

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