Official Website for Page County, Iowa
Page County Iowa - Conservation
Duties & Responsiblities
The Conservation Board's Duties
The conservation office and the conservation board are responsible for maintaining and caring for Page county's many public lands. Page county is home to multiple county parks, you can read about those below.
Campground Payments
Upon entering a campground and after choosing a site, please fill out the white registration envelope, remove side flap, include payment, and place the sealed envelope in the tube at the bulletin board area in the campground. Also, please place the side flap removed from the envelope in the post at your site.
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After Hours/Emergency Number: 712-370-1157
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Facilities
Shelters at all parks can be reserved; there is a fee of $20.00 for shelter house reservations. Call 712-542-3864 to make reservations and for more information.
Nodaway Valley Park
Amenities
Approximately 2.5 miles of multi-use trails open for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian.
Dump Station is available on site
Camping Information & Rates
Sites #1 - #2 (Primitive): $ 6.00
Sites #3 - #10 (50 AMP Electric, Water): $ 15.00
Sites #11 - #14 (30 AMP Electric, Water, Pull Throughs): $ 12.00
Pioneer Park
Camping Information & Rates
2 Available Sites (Primitive/Tent): $ 6.00
10 Available Sites (50 AMP Electric/Water): $ 15.00
Bathroom and showerhouse located in campground
3 acre pond available for fishing
* All sites are subject to current availability, please contact the conservation office for more information
Pierce Creek Park
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): $ 12.00
7 Available Sites (50 AMP Electric/ Water): $ 17.00
Amenities
Equestrian camping Corrals, tie rails, and obstaces for horses are available. Day use rate is $2.00 per horse.
Annual Pierce Creek Trail Pass: $15 for Individual, $20 for Family Pass.
Annual passes are available at the Conservation Office - 2309 Highway 71. Call 712-542-3864 for more information
The Primitive Area is CLOSED
Camping is $15.00 a night without horses
Pierce Creek Shooting Range
Reserved Dates:
The gun range at Pierce Creek is reserved for training on the following dates for the month of June
June 8, 10, 15,17,22, 24, 29th.
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
5 Shooting Lanes
Ranges marked at 7, 15, 25, and 100 yards
Target Frames, Backboards, and Guntables provided
Range safety officer is present at all times
Safety orientation briefing is required before range use
Clip-on identification badge is issued and MUST BE USED while you are within the range compound
Rapp Park
Rapp Park and Recreation Area
1724 Avenue A (West Entrance)
1732 Avenue A (South Entrance
1769 Highway 48 (East Entrance)
Shenandoah, Iowa 51601
Camping Information & Rates
6 Available Sites (Primitive/Tent): $ 6.00
12 Available Sites (50 AMP Electric, Water) $ 15.00
Amenities
Boat Launch Area
Handicap Parking
Handicap Fishing Pier
Numerous bodies of water available for fishing and boating (No gas motors)
No bathrooms available, however Porta Pots are available
Ross Park
Ross Park Recreation Area
300th Street & V Avenue
Braddyville, Iowa 51631
Entire Park is designated public hunting
3 water bodies available for fishing
Primitive Sites with no facilities: No Fee
Programs for Organizations
The Page County Conservation Board also offers, upon request, a variety of educational programs throughout the year for schools, clubs, nursing homes, scouts and service organizations. Call the office to learn more about specific topics and to schedule a program.
Conservation Office
Conservation Office:
2039 Highway 71 North
Clarinda, IA 51632
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Phone Number: (712) 542-3864
Fax Number: (844) 273-6069
Director: John Schwab Cell: (712) 370-1157
Office Manager/Naturalist: Charly Stevens
Cell: (712) 370-1158
View All Documents and Forms used in the Conservation Office