WARREN COUNTY

Established in 1846, Warren County was named after Joseph Warren, a General in the American Revolutionary War. This mostly rural county offers over 2,700 acres of recreational space and its small town charm makes it a great place to live and visit. From Lake Ahquabi to the Great Western Bike Trail there is outdoor activity for all nature lovers.

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Warren County Conservation manages 17 county parks, prairies, marshes, woodlands and conservation areas. With biking and walking trails, prairie remnants, marshes, lakes and campgrounds, there’s a little something for everyone. Personally, I think it offers some great spots for those who are curious and want to explore but maybe don’t enjoy large populated parks.

This is my home county and I’m still learning about the many natural spaces available for public use. I love that we have several smaller wooded areas like Swamp White Oak and Grant Nature Land. They are fun to explore and offer a less manicured, more natural state full of wildlife and native vegetation, and are particularly enjoyable in the cooler seasons.

Hickory Hills

The remains of an old farmstead reimagined and given new life, Hickory Hills is like a trip back in time giving a glimpse of farmstead life in the early 1900’s. This 160 acres of rolling, wooded land is idyllic for family reunions and gatherings.

  • Picnic Grounds

  • Barn w/ Electricity

  • Large Shelter

  • Bathrooms

  • Trails

  • Primitive Camping Area

  • Small Pond

  • Indian Mounds

  • Historic Cellar

Otter Creek

Purchased in 1976, this 80 acres, 7 miles south of Indianola, was Warren County Conservations Boards first acquisition. Wide mown trails make exploring the prairie area easy and accessible.

  • Small pond

  • Hiking Trails

  • Observation platform

  • Shelter

  • Shaded Picnic Area

  • Prairie Restoration

Blue Flag Marsh

This might be one of my favorite places to go when I’m just needed to get away from it all. 138 acres of constructed wetland and reestablished prairie, is peaceful and wild and can be a great place to see birds and waterfowl as well as deer and other wildlife.

  • Public Hunting is allowed

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