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Gilbertson Conservation Education Area (Fayetteville County Park)
Gilbertson Conservation Education Area is a nature preserve located in Fayetteville County Park in Elgin, Iowa. The area is managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and is open to the public for educational and recreational activities. The area consists of over 200 acres of prairie, woodland, and wetland habitats. Visitors can explore the area on foot or by bike, and can observe a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and other animals. The area also features a variety of educational programs and activities, such as guided hikes, bird watching, and nature photography. The area is also home to a variety of native plants, including wildflowers, grasses, and trees.
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
User Reviews
crystal paige-doty
Nice little park. Decent fishing in the area. Well kept. Honestly surprised there weren't more people camping. Restrooms and showers are really nice, too.
Darin Johnston
Great local campground just outside of Elgin, Iowa. Great pull out point for canoes and kayaks, equestrian campground in the park, anf it's right on a bike trail to connect to the Nature Center, petting zoo, along with Elgin and further down the trail, Clermont. Bathrooms are clean, playground has been updated, and firewood is readily available for sale. I would recommend this campground without hesitation! ❤ 9/17/23 Same great park, same great location, with a great small town feel!
Mark McMillan
Gilbertson rec area is an awesome place to stay BUT mowing on the weekends should be prohibited! Unfortunately I had to put my stuff back in the camper and dive in myself the mowing was so dusty!
Steve Wilson
Love this camp ground super clean and very nice area there is something to do for everyone and the ranger even gave me a number for some one local that refill LP tanks you should put that on the board that was very help full so thanks for all the hard work and effort you guys put into the park ill be back for sure
Keely McAfee
A really nice little campground. On a nice little trail.
Mrs. Erickson
Nice prices and quite... petting zoo down the walk way and right by the river!! Loved it
MOUNTAINSTRIKER fortnite
Perfect size Campground no shower house very clean would recommend for a good site to camp at
Eric Keppler
Beautiful place to ride horses for a quick day ride or the whole weekend..
Erin Creger
Great, active conservation board! They hold several great community events every month.