Ida County is nestled in the gently rolling hills of northwest Iowa - truly, a well-kept secret. The relaxing atmosphere is sure to provide just what you’re looking for…..a well deserved break from your hectic lifestyle. Invest your time and check out Ida County Conservation Board's parks! Who knows, you may discover an amazing diversity at your doorstep! Currently, Ida CCB manages 2 parks, 2 native prairie stands, a river access, and historic sites encompassing 574 acres.
MOOREHEAD PARK: Once the original site of Ida Grove, Moorehead Park is an area proud of it’s history. In the early 1850’s, the Moorehead family came to settle in what has now become the park. Ruts from the early stagecoach are still obvious near the old (now refurbished) stagecoach inn. The stagecoach barn still stands nearby. It’s hand-hewn and wood pegged timbers display what life was like so long ago. To compliment the historical aspect of the park, the Ida County Historical Society has relocated the original Grant Center Schoolhouse on the property. The schoolhouse is utilized every year by elementary students from the region. Moorehead Park features a big playground, hiking and biking trails, a 12 acre lake with a boat ramp, fishing docks, and the beautiful Ida County Conservation Center. In addition, the park hosts unique landscape features of upland and timber habitat types - home to a very diverse array of organisms.
CRAWFORD CREEK RECREATION AREA (CCRA): This 260 acre park south of Battle Creek, IA has become
an oasis for those seeking a quick getaway or weekend retreat. The 62 acre
Crawford Creek Lake serves as a
major recreational and fishing area in western Iowa. CCRA provides modern camp sites with electrical and water hook-ups,
primitive camp sites, three camper cabins, an enclosed
shelter, two playgrounds, open picnic shelters, and a hiking
trail. This park also features a storm shelter and swimming beach.
For additional information about the programs, services, and facilities offered by the Ida CCB, please utilize the following contact information:
IDA COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD
299 Jasper Avenue
Ida Grove, IA 51445
PHONE: (712) 364-3300
Director: Zach Hall zhall@idacountyia.us
Naturalist: Danielle Bennett idacountynaturalist@gmail.com
Park Ranger: Jerry Jensen
Activities in Ida County
Activities abound within the Ida CCB park system, including: camping, fishing, canoeing, swimming, hunting, biking, hiking and much, much more!
Facilities in Ida County
Facilities for public use that can be found within the Ida CCB include: open & enclosed shelters, campgrounds, lodges, camping cabins, beaches, trails, paddle boat rental and many more!
The Ida County Conservation Center, the newest feature to Moorehead Park is home to a children's activity corner, the Lipton Bird Room, bird, fish, and mammal mounts, and kitchenette. The Conservation Center is a home base for all of our environmental education programs and is available for rentals.
Parks in Ida County
