Trails are open -Camping Rates increased

 All Trails Are Open

Forester John Byrd advised us that all the Lick Creek trails have been 95% cleared of down trees. Plus the dirt trails are dry enough to ride--so ALL OPEN for riding. Thanks much to the DNR Shimek Crew for clearing the trails.

Camping Rate Increase for 2024

You need to know about a change in the camping rates at Shimek Forest campgrounds. The Iowa DNR has set the camping fee for equestrian campgrounds in the Lick Creek Unit, both Upper Campground and Lower Campground, at $14/ night. The fee for the non-equestrian campgrounds at Bitternut and White Oak has been set at $10/ night. These rates will be year round and go into effect February 16, 2024.

If you need further information regarding camping, please contact:

Patrick Thomas

Natural Resources Technician

cell 319-931-7805

Or go to the Iowa DNR page

iowastateparks.reserveamerica.com

Kathy

Sec/Editor