Flying Squirrel Campground is a top notch county park located in Central City, Iowa. It features electric and water hookups, a dump station, and level, clean sites with fire pits and picnic tables. The park is well maintained, with friendly and helpful staff and minimal noise and traffic. There is a playground for kids, and miles of hiking, biking, and walking trails. Canoe and paddle boat...

Wakpicada Natural Area is a 352-acre natural area located along the Wapsipinicon River in Linn County, Iowa. The area features oxbow wetlands, several ponds, and restablished remnant prairies. Primitive camping is available with 8 sites featuring fire rings, but no electric or water service. There is no shower house, but there are pit vault toilets. Wakpicada is open to equestrian camping. The...

The Matsell Bridge Natural Area is the largest Linn County area at 1971 acres. Diverse in terrain and habitat, Matsell Bridge is home to many species of native Iowa wildlife and plants. The area contains numerous “one-of-a-kind” facilities within the Linn County Park system: shooting range, primitive year-round cabin, equestrian camping and unique historical features.