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TTuurrkkeeyy RRiivveerr CCaammppggrroouunndd -- TTRR ((4466 CCaammppssiitteess))11562 Valley Ave • Cresco • 563.547.3634www.co.howard.ia.us/offices/conservationLLaakkee HHeennddrriicckkss PPaarrkk && CCaammppggrroouunndd -- LLHH ((8800))9850 Addison Ave • Riceville641.985.2127 • 563.547.3634www.co.howard.ia.us/offices/conservationHHoowwaarrdd CCoouunnttyy FFaaiirrggrroouunnddss CCaammppggrroouunndd -- HHCC ((2266))6th Ave W • Cresco563.547.4996 • 563.547.3400 • www.mhcfair.comLLiiddttkkee PPaarrkk && CCaammppggrroouunndd -- LLMM ((3300))3245 Oak Ave • Lime Springs 563.547.3634 • 563.566.2864www.co.howard.ia.us/offices/conservation MMaappllee HHeeiigghhttss GGoollff && CCaammppggrroouunndd -- MMHH ((1100))200 East Wood St • Elma641.393.2120 • 641.393.2173TTwwiinnss CCaammppggrroouunndd -- TTCC ((1122))South of Cresco on Turkey River 563.379.3225 • 563.380.2868CChhiimmnneeyy RRoocckk CCaannooee && CCaammppggrroouunndd -- CCRR ((5588))3312 Chimney Rock Rd • Cresco563.735.5786 • 877.787.2267 • www.chimneyrocks.comHHaarrvveesstt FFaarrmmss CCaammppggrroouunndd -- HHFF ((112288))3690 318th Ave • Cresco563.883.8562 • www.harvestfarmcampground.comHHrruusskkaa’’ss CCaannooee LLiivveerryy && BBlluuffffttoonn CCaammppggrroouunndd -- HHBB ((3388))3233 347th St • Cresco • 563.547.4566 • 563.735.5633www.bluffcountry.com/hruska’s.htm
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PRAIRIE SPRINGSRECREATIONAL TRAIL PSRT
Come enjoy the friendliness of the Midwest as well as the historical significance of
Howard County. Our trail system offersbreathtaking beauty, wildlife, and glorious
displays of nature as well as landmarks thattake you back to a less complex world.
www.howard-county.com
Golf CoursesCresco Country Club22005 115th St / Cresco563.547.2374
Maple Heights Golf & Country Club200 E Wood St / Elma641.393.2120
Riceville Country Club400 E Main St / Riceville641.985.2447
CampgroundsChimney Rock Canoe & Campground(3312 Chimney Rock Rd • Cresco)Harvest Farm Campground(3690 318th Avenue • Cresco)HC Fairgrounds Campground(6th Avenue West • Cresco)Hruska’s Canoe Livery & Bluffton Campground(3233 347th Street • Cresco)Lake Hendricks Park & Campground(9850 Addison Avenue • Riceville)Lidtke Park & Campground(3245 Oak Avenue • Lime Springs)Maple Heights Campground(200 East Wood St • Elma)Turkey River Campground(11562 Valley Avenue • Cresco)
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270th Ave
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PRAIRIE SPRINGSRECREATIONAL TRAIL PSRT
Come enjoy the friendliness of the Midwest as well as the historical significance of
Howard County. Our trail system offersbreathtaking beauty, wildlife, and glorious
displays of nature as well as landmarks thattake you back to a less complex world.
www.howard-county.com
Golf CoursesCresco Country Club22005 115th St / Cresco563.547.2374
Maple Heights Golf & Country Club200 E Wood St / Elma641.393.2120
Riceville Country Club400 E Main St / Riceville641.985.2447
CampgroundsChimney Rock Canoe & Campground(3312 Chimney Rock Rd • Cresco)Harvest Farm Campground(3690 318th Avenue • Cresco)HC Fairgrounds Campground(6th Avenue West • Cresco)Hruska’s Canoe Livery & Bluffton Campground(3233 347th Street • Cresco)Lake Hendricks Park & Campground(9850 Addison Avenue • Riceville)Lidtke Park & Campground(3245 Oak Avenue • Lime Springs)Maple Heights Campground(200 East Wood St • Elma)Turkey River Campground(11562 Valley Avenue • Cresco)
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270th Ave
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PRAIRIE SPRINGSRECREATIONAL TRAIL PSRT
Come enjoy the friendliness of the Midwest as well as the historical significance of
Howard County. Our trail system offersbreathtaking beauty, wildlife, and glorious
displays of nature as well as landmarks thattake you back to a less complex world.
www.howard-county.com
Golf CoursesCresco Country Club22005 115th St / Cresco563.547.2374
Maple Heights Golf & Country Club200 E Wood St / Elma641.393.2120
Riceville Country Club400 E Main St / Riceville641.985.2447
CampgroundsChimney Rock Canoe & Campground(3312 Chimney Rock Rd • Cresco)Harvest Farm Campground(3690 318th Avenue • Cresco)HC Fairgrounds Campground(6th Avenue West • Cresco)Hruska’s Canoe Livery & Bluffton Campground(3233 347th Street • Cresco)Lake Hendricks Park & Campground(9850 Addison Avenue • Riceville)Lidtke Park & Campground(3245 Oak Avenue • Lime Springs)Maple Heights Campground(200 East Wood St • Elma)Turkey River Campground(11562 Valley Avenue • Cresco)
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Prairie's Edge
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Lime Springs
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Spillville 6 36 17 14 32 31 8 39 8 0
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WEBSITES:www.howard-county.comwww.crescochamber.comwww.visitiowa.orgwww.co.howard.ia.us/offices/conservationwww.wgwltrail.com
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PRAIRIE FARMERRECREATIONALTRAIL
PFRT
Co Rd B16
Town Line Rd
275th St
270th Ave
VernonSprings 34
5thAve
CoRdW14
3rdSt
Pole Line Rd
Main St/Hwy 52
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PRAIRIE SPRINGSRECREATIONAL TRAIL PSRT
Come enjoy the friendliness of the Midwest as well as the historical significance of
Howard County. Our trail system offersbreathtaking beauty, wildlife, and glorious
displays of nature as well as landmarks thattake you back to a less complex world.
www.howard-county.com
Golf CoursesCresco Country Club22005 115th St / Cresco563.547.2374
Maple Heights Golf & Country Club200 E Wood St / Elma641.393.2120
Riceville Country Club400 E Main St / Riceville641.985.2447
CampgroundsChimney Rock Canoe & Campground(3312 Chimney Rock Rd • Cresco)Harvest Farm Campground(3690 318th Avenue • Cresco)HC Fairgrounds Campground(6th Avenue West • Cresco)Hruska’s Canoe Livery & Bluffton Campground(3233 347th Street • Cresco)Lake Hendricks Park & Campground(9850 Addison Avenue • Riceville)Lidtke Park & Campground(3245 Oak Avenue • Lime Springs)Maple Heights Campground(200 East Wood St • Elma)Turkey River Campground(11562 Valley Avenue • Cresco)
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CR
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Beadle Park
Prairie's Edge
Nature Center
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Vernon MillPond
CrescoCountryClub
Madison Rd
Conover Rd
Conover
175th St
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Spillville 6 36 17 14 32 31 8 39 8 0
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Funding for thisHoward County
RecreationBrochureprovided by:
• PSRT Committee• Cresco Travel &
Tourism• Howard County
Community Foundation
• Cresco Times PlainDealer
• Howard CountyBusiness &Tourism (HCBT)
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Cresco Fitness Center & Thomson Pool316 3rd Ave E563.547.3443www.cityofcresco.comHours:Mon-Fri: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.Sat: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Sun: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Participate in wellness activities year round!• Indoor Track • Free Weights and Circuit Weight Equipment• Bikes, Krank Cycle, P90X, AMT, Stair Climbers• Treadmill, Ellipticals, NuStep, Rower, and much more• Basketball, Volleyball, Batting Cages, Golf Simulator • Agility, Aerobics, Wrestling, & Meeting rooms• Indoor Pool, Diving, Lap Lanes, Zero-Depth entry, Spa,
Outdoor Patio• Summer Swim Team, Leagues & Activities throughout year
Snowmobiling
Two premier snowmobile clubs, Driftrunners and StumpJumpers, groom over 400 miles of trails in Howard County! Search facebook for Driftrunners Snowmobile Club and follow along as they keep everyone up-to-date on trail conditions and year-round activities. Don’t miss Snowfest; a 4 day winter festival the 4th week in January.
Prairie Springs XC Ski Trails 11562 Valley Ave • Cresco563.547.3634http://iowaski.blogspot.comEnjoy a complex trail system focusing itself along spectacular wooded terrain & the Turkey River. Skis and snowshoes available to rent at Prairie’s
Edge Nature Center (PENC) Maps available at www.howard-county.com or at PENC.
Canoeing, Kayaking, & TubingTwo public canoe landings offer miles of fun on the Upper Iowa, Turkey, and Wapsipinicon Rivers.Link to www.bluffcountry.com/hruska’s.htmor www.harvestfarmcampground.comorwww.chimneyrocks.comfor canoes, kayaks, and tube rentals.
Fishing & HuntingFrom the trout of Bigalk’s Stream to the pan fish and bass ofLake Hendricks to the variety of wildlife that roam thecounty’s forests and prairies, one doesn’t have to look far tofind great locations for hunting and fishing in HowardCounty.
Bonair Shooting Range4 mi. W and 1.5 mi N of Cresco563.547.3634 www.co.howard.ia.us/offices/conservationFifteen acres surrounds this newly improved shooting range.Make sure and obtain your User Agreement Card from the Conservation office before you practice.
Sportsmen’s Clubs• Chester/Lime Springs Sportsmen’s Club• Elma Sportsmen’s Club• Cresco Wildlife Club• Two High School Trap Shooting Clubs
City Parks CHESTERCity Park - Hwy 63
CRESCOBalk Park - 3rd Street West/1st Avenue WestBeadle Park - Hwy. 9/North Elm StreetEast Park - 7th Avenue East/8th Street EastKessel Park - 7th Avenue West/3rd Street WestEvans Park - South Elm Street/5th Avenue Southwest
ELMABall Park - Garden Avenue/Maple StreetCity Park - Maple Street/4th & 6th Street
LIME SPRINGSBrown Park - West Merrill Street/South Lincoln StreetBall Park - Grant StreetKitchen Park - West Main StreetVander Bie Park - Willard Street/Main Street
PROTIVINBall Park - Commercial AvenueCity Park - Main Street/South Avenue
RICEVILLECity Park - Woodland Avenue
Howard Co. Safari Stop at any of our 4 county libraries & pick up your SafariGuide Book and take part in the “hunt!” The Safari is designed to get families and groups out of the house and exploring the natural, cultural, and historical treasures ofHoward County. www.extension.iastate.edu/howard.
*Hours subject to change due to weather, holidays, and unforeseen events
Lime Springs PoolGrant Street • Lime Springs City Park563.566.2606Seasonal Hours:*Open Daily: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m., 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Make a splash at the only outdoor pool in Howard County!
Rock Arch RapidsVernon Springs Mill Pond1.5 miles south of Cresco
Iowa’s first rock arch rapids at Vernon Springs reconnectsmiles of river habitat, featuring excellent fishing off theformations. Over 280 feet of pools and rapids showcasesthis stunning new recreation area.
Trails PPRRAAIIRRIIEESSPPRRIINNGGSSRREECCRREEAATTIIOONNAALLTTRRAAIILL((PPSSRRTT))This 3 mile paved trail can be accessed from downtownCresco at Balk Park to Vernon Springs winding along thePrairie’s Edge Nature Center next to the Turkey River. Alongthe trail are benches and picnic tables to stop and enjoy yourmoment outdoors.
PPRRAAIIRRIIEEFFAARRMMEERRRREECCRREEAATTIIOONNAALLTTRRAAIILL((PPFFRRTT))This 22 mile paved trail connects to the PSRT and travels the abandoned Milwaukee Railroad line between Cresco, Ridgeway, and Calmar passing through some of the mostbeautiful farmland in Northeast Iowa.
WWAAPPSSII--GGRREEAATTWWEESSTTEERRNNLLIINNEETTRRAAIILL((WWGGWWLL))Meandering through the largest wind farm in Iowa andthrough Old Order Amish country this 28-plus mile pavedtrail features a Winged Jewel Butterfly Garden with over 15species and 3,000 plants to captivate your interest. Also, onthe trail, are an 800-foot boardwalk, a Wapsipinicon bikebridge, oak savanna & more!
FFIITTNNEESSSSTTRRAAIILLThe first ever Fitness Trailin Iowa possesses outdoor equipment strategically placed along the Prairie Spring Trail& Kessel Park, offering a work-out for all ages and levels.Enjoy a run/walk and added work-out along the trail as thisscenic experience now adds a challenge to all fitness levels!
Fun 4 Fitness Join the F.I.T. Running Cluband their many activitiesthroughout the year whether it is an informal run or theirsponsored St. Patrick’s Day Brew & Stew held every March.Search FIT Running Club-Crescoon facebook to see what isnext on their running schedule!
Cresco Bicycleshosts a weekly bike ride taking advantage of the immense trail system in northeast Iowa. Follow their website and blog to make the most of your biking experience!www.crescobicycles.com
Saddle ClubsTwo saddle clubs bring the love of horses and nature together as they participate in trail rides, parades, competitions, and the Pony Express. Search Cresco Saddle Cluband LimeSprings Saddle Clubon facebook.
Golf CoursesCCRREESSCCOO CCOOUUNNTTRRYY CCLLUUBB
22005 115th St • 563.547.2374crescocountryclub.comRolling terrain, spectacular views and several greens protected by water. Signature hole #9 with a towering oak guarding the green is a must-play. Driving Range is located along west side of course and is open to the public.
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200 E Wood St • Elma • 641.393.2120golfelma.comSandy bunkers and four water hazards including a 2.5 acre lake,challenges come into play throughout the design. There are over300 trees lining the fairways adding to this picturesque course.
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402 E Main St • 641.985.2447ricevillecountryclub.weebly.comGraced with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways, the realstar is its signature hole #6 with fairway leading to a hidden green.
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East Park • Cresco563.547.3443cityofcresco.com
East Side DGC is a game for everyone and every age!
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Elma Area Wellness Center501 Busti Ave • 641.393.0062www.elmawellness.comOpen 24/7 for
members with key card.Offering classes, fitness equipment, Dry Spa, restrooms with showers and lockers.
Howard County Business & Tourism
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