Jefferson County Conservation

Jefferson County Conservation Jefferson County Conservation is located in southeast Iowa and manages 12 parks, natural areas and trails which encompass some 1,361 acres across the county.

The Jefferson County Conservation office and nature center is located at Jefferson County Park. Facilities available for public use within Jefferson County Conservation's recreation areas include campgrounds, camping cabins, trails, picnic shelters, playgrounds, fishing ponds and much more! Some of the popular activities within the Jefferson County Conservation Board areas include camping, hiking

, biking, picnicking, birding, fishing, cross country skiing, canoeing/kayaking (on Cedar Creek and Skunk River) and horseback riding (Turkey Run Wildlife Area).

05/29/2026

If you see a couple of UTVs on the trail today, it’s because we are doing some volunteer maintenance work around the trail.

Summer camps may be full, but we will still have something to keep you out and exploring nature this summer!These public...
05/29/2026

Summer camps may be full, but we will still have something to keep you out and exploring nature this summer!

These public events are free to attend and open to participants of all ages.

Be sure to check our website for more information and other upcoming events throughout the summer!

05/28/2026
When the creeks too high, find a wetland!
05/19/2026

When the creeks too high, find a wetland!

Looking for a way to keep your child engaged in nature and learning this summer?Check out the Summer Birding Program off...
05/18/2026

Looking for a way to keep your child engaged in nature and learning this summer?

Check out the Summer Birding Program offered by Iowa Young Birders!

It's free to register and the Summer Birding Program is completed on your own terms. There are even prizes available at the end of the summer for those who meet the requirements!

Scan the QR code or visit the link below to register!

Address

2003 Libertyville Road
Fairfield, IA
52556

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16414724421

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