Open Shelters

Email Share

Hickory Grove offers five open shelters throughout the park. All open shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis only.

Shelters located on the north side of the lake:

Bob White Shelter
Meadowlark Hill Shelter (electrical outlets available)
Goldfinch Hollow Shelter

Shelters located on the south side of the lake:

Blue Heron Shelter
Plover Bay Shelter

Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after N/A and check-out is before N/A.

Location Open shelters are located throughout Hickory Grove Park.

Amenities

Carry in/carry out refuse
Picnic Table

Cement floor, roof, picnic tables, and a standing grill are featured at each open shelter. Carry-in/carry-out refuse policy in place. Parking in designated areas only.

Fees

Open shelters are not reservable.

Hours of Operation & Seasons

Park Hours are 5:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Call for Availability

515-232-2516

Address

67464 250th Street
Ph: 515-232-2516

Colo, IA, 50056

Closures

This area is open year round unless weather necessitates closure of park roads.

Availability

Where You'll Be

Story County

Story County Conservation serves the citizens of central Iowa by managing parks and natural areas including Hickory Grove Park, near Colo, Dakins Lake, near Zearing, and McFarland Park, near Ames. Located close to Iowa State University in Ames, the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park provides a central location for environmental education opportunities for every age. The over 3,500 acres managed by Story County Conservation include wildlife and public hunting areas, water recreation accesses, and native and restored prairies.