Hickory Grove Park

Hickory Grove Park is the largest of the Story County Conservation's parks. This 452-acre multiple-use recreational area southwest of Colo features a 98-acre lake, newly renovated in 2022, with largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish and walleye. Hickory Grove Park offers: * Modern and primitive camping - reservations available at www.mycountyparks.com * Sand beach- no life guard on duty, swim at your own risk * Fishing jetties, docks and fish cleaning stations * Public hunting areas (nontoxic ammunition only) * Picnic shelters * Hiking trails * Season kayak and paddleboard rentals * Archery Range * Two enclosed lodges - reservations available at www.mycountyparks.com * Boat ramps (electric motors only) * Winter activities including ice fishing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling