Story County Conservation Center

This 200-acre park, headquarters of the Conservation Board’s Environmental Education Program, includes displays, exhibits, and wildlife habitat. Picnicking, hiking and fishing are available, along with winter ice fishing and cross-country skiing. Accessible fishing dock, picnic sites, and hard-surfaced trail.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Fee
Hours
8:30-4:30 Mon.-Fri, year-round; 2-5 Sat.-Sun., Apr.-Oct.
Address
McFarland Park
Phone
515-232-2516
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.storycountyconservation.org
Map
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