Our Mission:
The Polk County Conservation Board’s mission is to provide the citizens of Polk
County with quality outdoor recreation, conservation education, and long term protection
of Polk County’s natural heritage.
Closed due to flooding: Jester Park Camp Areas #2 #3 & #6,
Jester Park Boat Ramp,
Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt Electric Campground,
Yellow Banks Park boat ramp, Mally’s Weh Weh Neh Kee Park, and the Trestle to Trestle Trail.
If you are unsure about the status of a park or facility, please contact Polk County Conservation at 515-323-5300.
Please use good judgment around flood waters and be safe!
Flooding General Information
Flooding FAQ
Flooding Fact Sheet
Protect
Yourself Against Mosquitoes
Yellow Banks Park Campground #1 will be under construction from June 7th through
mid-July. Some sites will remain open, but noise and construction traffic will increase
during this time. Please be patient while these improvements are taking place.
Upcoming Events
Incredible Insects
July 22
Willow Weaving Workshop
August 2
Hike Polk County - Marsh
August 3
Summer StarGazing
August 20
For more information about upcoming events, go to the calendar page.
