This 297 acre park includes a 25 acre lake as well as a 7 acre pond. Both have good populations of largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish for those who enjoy fishing. Around five miles of hiking trails transverse the woodlands, restored prairie, and wetland habitat.
A playground area, swimming beach, sand volleyball court, and horseshoe pits are near the enclosed pavilion which is a popular family reunion location.
Central Park has 2 cabins as well as modern, semi-modern, electric and primitive camping from April 15 – October 15. Primitive camping is available year round.
*Central Park map: http://bit.ly/2oBrzkG
ADDRESS12515 Central Park Rd, Center Junction, IA 52212
WEBSITEhttp://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones/Park/Central-Park.aspx
PHONE (563) 487-3541
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