Walden Pond

Winneshiek County, IA

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LocationWalden Pond is located at 1432 130th Avenue, Castalia, Iowa 52133 off of Centennial Road North of Castalia.

Operating Hours & Seasons

Park Hours:

Currently Only Available by Reservations.

Not open to the general public at this time, due to repairs to fishing pond.

Discover Walden Pond in Castalia

The park features 133 acres.

Walden Pond, dedicated as the Roy and Genevieve Schultz Memorial Outdoor Discovery Area, was donated by the Schultz family with the intent to conserve the area and provide a space for environmental education

Some Features Include:

Miles of Hiking trails throughout many different habitats, including a beautiful Sugar Maple stand.

Fishing includes access to a 5-acre pond that has been stocked with Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and foot access to the Yellow river for trout fishing.

Enclosed Shelter and shower house onsite.

Maple Syruping done onsite during spring.

There will be Lodging coming early 2027 that includes a beautiful A-Framed, 4 Bedroom Cabin style home that will be available for rental.