Page County | Conservation

What a great workday we had at Pierce Creek Equestrian Campground! Over 20 horse -loving volunteers came together to make some great improvements and work on clean up projects! This park and it's trail system just keep getting better and better. Thanks to a grant we are looking forward to finishing up some new pens and acquiring 5 brand new picnic tables and a shelter for the primitive campground. Watch for new solar lights and an arena as well. This workday was organized by the equestrian committee and supported by the conservation board and the SW Chapter of the Back Country Horseman's Association.

Amenities

Approximately 8 miles of multi-use trails open for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian.

Public hunting grounds located on northern side of 140th street (directly across from North Campground)

Fishing in main lake

Boat launch located at West Access off of A Avenue.

No gas motors on the lake

Camping Information & Rates

North Campground

1148 140th Street

Essex, Iowa 51638

8 Available Sites (Primitive/Tent): $ 6.00

12 Available Sites (50 AMP Electric/Water): $ 15.00

* All sites are subject to current availability, please contact the conservation office for more information

West Campground

1476 A Avenue

Essex, Iowa 51638

5 Available Sites (Primitive/Ten/Water): $ 10.00

7 Available Sites (50 AMP Electric/ Water): $ 15.00

Amenities

Annual passes are available at the Conservation Office - 2309 Highway 71. Call 712-542-3864 for more information

The Primitive Area is Open

Pierce Creek Shooting Range

Range Hours

Wednesday: 1:00pm - Sunset

First Saturday of Each Month: 8:00am to 12:00pm

Third Saturday of Each Month: 8:00am to 2:00pm

Range Fees

 Day Pass $ 5.00

 Individual Annual Fee $ 25.00

 Family Annual Fee $ 35.00

Range Benefits