McFarland Park and Story County Conservation Center

Explore 238 acres of natural beauty just four miles northeast of Ames, featuring prairie, a paved trail, and a 6.5-acre lake perfect for fishing. Enjoy a range of amenities for nature lovers, with accessible jetties, a dock and a bird blind. The park also hosts a natural playscape and a Conservation Center, open weekdays, featuring interactive exhibits, live animals and natural artifacts for all ages.