Crawford Creek Recreation Area
Crawford Creek Recreation Area is a modern, 260-acre park, located 3 miles south of Battle Creek, IA. Established in 1975, the park has become an oasis for those seeking a quick get away or a weekend retreat. The 62-acre Crawford Creek Lake serves as a major
recreational and fishing area, abundantly stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie and channel catfish. Any size motors may be used on the lake, but must be operated at a “no wake” speed. A concrete boat ramp, fishing jetties, and docks provide easy fishing access. Please be mindful of the Rules and Regulations when utilizing the park's resources.
Office: (712)364-3300
Staff Cell: (712)371-9074
Emergency: 911
Operating Hours & Seasons
Camping at CCRA is open from May 1st through October 15th. Water will not be accessible outside of these dates. For additional rental or camping dates, please contact the ICCB office at (712) 364-3300. Staff cell: (712)371-9074, or zhall@idacountyia.us.
Key Regulations:
- The park opens at 6:00 AM and closes every night at 10:30 PM.
- Hunting is permitted south of the swimming beach and on the west side of the park.
- Non-toxic shot is required for hunting migratory waterfowl, resident game, or furbearers with a firearm on ICCB owned areas.
- No privately owned animals may run at-large, off-leash. Exceptions follow Iowa DNR dog training and hunting regulations.
- It is unlawful to harvest grass carp at Crawford Creek Recreation Area.
- Crawford Creek Lake is NO WAKE.
- Parking is only allowed at designated parking areas.
- No off-road driving.
- The maximum speed limit in all ICCB parks is 20 mph.
