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Raccoon River Valley Trail Location: Panora and Yale The RRVT is a 56-mile, paved, multi-use recreational trail that extends from Clive, in the Des Moines metropolitan area, to Jefferson. The trail is built on a former Milwaukee RR track now owned by the Dallas, Guthrie, and Greene County Conservation Boards. The trail winds its way through the Middle and North Raccoon River corridors with areas of prairie and canopies of timber that remind us of what Iowa was like in the 1870s. Common uses are hiking, biking, in-line skating, jogging, bird watching, or cross-country skiing in the winter. |
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Whiterock Conservancy Location: 1390 Hwy 141—Coon Rapids 5,000 acres of contiguous river valley for recreation, such as equestrian trail riding, camping, mountain biking, stream and pond fishing, and hiking. The White Pole Road Location: southern Guthrie County Formerly Highway 6, along the southern edge of Guthrie County, the WPR is ideal if you prefer the open road. Recently paved, the highway passes through the towns of Stuart, Menlo, Casey and Adair. Each community has various services and shopping. |
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Lenon Mill Park Location: W South St—Panora Nestled by the banks of the Middle Raccoon River, you'll find the original site of the old Lenon Mill that was built in 1863. First built as a woolen mill, it was changed to a flour mill in 1877. One remaining grinding stone stands in the spot of the old historic mill. Lenon Mill Park is available for camping (including an RV hook-up, water bathrooms, and a shelter house), has an access for canoes on the Middle Raccoon River, and offers excellent fishing. Species of fish commonly caught at Lenon Mill Park include Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, Walleye, Channel Catfish, and an occasional Northern Pike. |
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Middle Raccoon River Accesses 1. 141 River Access Location: Hwy 141—Coon Rapids First Access on the Middle Raccoon. Located just east of Coon Rapids on Hwy 141. 2. P28 River Access Location: P28—Panora 2nd point of access on the Middle Raccoon River. 1.5 miles south of Panora on Highway P28. 3. Middle Raccoon River Access Location: southeast of Panora
This is the third access on the Middle Raccoon River, located 5 miles southeast of Panora and Lenon Mill Park access. 4. Cowles River Access Location: P28—Nations Bridge 4th access on the Middle Raccoon River. On Highway P28 5 miles north of Stuart (across highway from Nations Bridge Park).
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Springbrook State Park Location: Hwy 25—Guthrie Center Springbrook's large campground has 118 campsites (81 with electrical hook-ups). Modern showers and restrooms, a trailer dump station, fireplaces and tables are available. Springbrook also offers six rustic family cabins provide great opportunities for an economical getaway. Available for weekly rental, the cabins will accommodate up to four people. They are equipped with refrigerators, stoves, water and flush toilets. Cabin users must provide their own bedding, towels, dishes and other camping items. Hot water is not available, however, showers are located in the campground. |
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Location: P28—Stuart Call: 515.523.1789
Nations Bridge Park offers picnicking, 2 shelter houses, self-guided nature trails, fishing, playground equipment, and camping with electricity (60 electrical hookups), grills, water, flush toilets, modern showers, and a dump station. Reservations for group camping are accepted. Also, facilities for scouts, clubs, and organizations are available. Nations Bridge Park is a popular area for all ages and an excellent spot for catfishing along the South Raccoon River. The Park Ranger's residence is on site. |
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Lenon Mill Park Location: W South Street—Panora Excellent fishing for Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, Walleye, Channel Catfish, and an occasional Northern Pike. |
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Whiterock Conservancy Location: 1390 Hwy 141—Coon Rapids 5,000 acres of contiguous river valley for recreation, such as equestrian trail riding, camping, mountain biking, stream and pond fishing, and hiking. |
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Lake Panorama National Golf Course Location: Panora Phone: 800.879.1917
Since its establishment in 1972, Lake Panorama National Golf Course has offered 18-holes of challenging golf to its players. One of the finest courses in Iowa, Lake Panorama National has hosted numerous events, including the Iowa Open. The course is open to the public and gladly accepts tee-time reservations over the phone. |
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Whiterock Conservancy Location: 1390 Hwy 141—Coon Rapids Stretching a full eight miles along the banks of the Middle Raccoon River, the beautiful land of Whiterock contains timbered pastures, riverside bluffs, wetlands, and rare prairie remnants. Canoes are available for rent and hikers, fisherpersons, bird-watchers, and picnickers are all welcome. |
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Coon Rapids Golf Course Location: Coon Rapids (Hwy 141) Phone: 712.999.2880
9-hole golf course/36 par located on the southeast edge of town. Guthrie Center Golf Club Location: Guthrie Center (Hwy 44) Call: 641.747.3558
9-hole golf course located on the east edge of town.
5x80 Golf & Country Club Location: Menlo (Hwy 25) Call: 641.542.2345
9-hole course with clubhouse dining, pool and tennis. |
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Guthrie Center Aquatic Center Location: Guthrie Center (Hwy 44) Call: 641.332.2989
Completed in May, 2006, this 6,559-square-foot facility boasts two water slides, a zero depth entry, a concession area, diving board, and lounge chairs for relaxing. Hours are 1-5 and 6-9 daily. Coon Rapids Aquatic Park Location: Coon Rapids Call: 712.999.SWIM |