The camping season is winding down across North Iowa.
Chickasaw County Conservation Director Chad Humpal told the Board of Supervisors this week that camping at Split Rock Park near Fredericksburg will close next Monday (10.14) while Airport Lake Park, northwest of New Hampton, will remain open as long as weather allows, allowing the County to generate more revenue.
Humpal says they’re fortunate camping interest has remained steady in the county.
While camping revenues have been strong, Supervisor Jacob Hackman noted that maintaining camping facilities isn’t getting cheaper.
Humpal says the Conservation Board has not talked about increasing camping rates, but it’s probably worth exploring.
Floyd County Conservation Naturalist Hiedi Reams says camping for tents and RVs in Floyd County will also close for the season this weekend.
While the 2024 camping season is almost over, Reams reminds outdoor lovers that camping reservations can be made as far as two years in advance at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Floyd.aspx
