Local Recreation
Bobwhite State Park
As Wayne County's only State Park, Bobwhite State Park offers an abundance of activities. This 390 acre park, with a 90 acre lake, has facilities for: Hiking, picknicking, swimming, boating (restricted to electric motors only), camping ( you can even "pitch your tent" where 500 covered wagons camped on the original 1846 Mormon Pioneer Trail). A Park Ranger is located at the park year round. More information can be obtained by calling the Ranger at (641) 873-4670 or (641) 203-4542. The park is located one mile west of Allerton.
A Walk in the Park by Cody Morgan
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Rathbun Lake
Often referred to as Iowa's ocean, Lake Rathbun is located just 25 miles east of Corydon. With over 150 miles of shore line, this 11,000 acre lake provides plenty of opportunity for outdoor recreation.
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The Wayne County Conservation Board operates and maintains the following county parks. For more information, call: (641) 203-4542.
Corydon Lake Park
Located at the Corydon Municipal Resevoir, this 143 acre park has many varied facilities including: Camping (with or without electric hookups, drinking water, showers, flush and pit toilets.), Fishing, Boating on a 65 acre lake (limited to electric motors only), picnicking, hiking trails, a 9-hole disc golf course, and a wildlife exhibit.
Lakeside Park
Located one mile north of Humeston on Hwy 65, is an 86 acre park with facilities for: Camping (with or without electrical hookups, drinking water, and pit toilets), fishing on its 45 acre lake, and picnicking areas.
Moore-Gosch Memorial Park
Located one mile north of Lineville on Hwy 65, is a 29 acre park featuring facilities for: Camping (with or without electrical hookups, drinking water, and pit toilets), fishing on the 12 acre lake, and picnicking areas.
Medicine Creek Wildlife Area
Located 5 miles east of Lineville, is a 1028 acre area with facilities for: Hunting and fishing, as well as upland timber ground, a restored prairie area, and 140 acres of wetland.
Seymour Lake Park
Located one quarter of a mile south of Seymour on county road S60, is rustic park with facilities for: Camping (20 undesignated campsites for tent camping and restrooms), fishing on its 24 acre lake (with boat ramp), and picnicking areas.
Be sure to visit some of our other local recreational facilities as well:
Cinder Path Trail
Created on reclaimed railroad right of way, the Cinder Path Trail is a biking and hiking trail that continues into Lucas County, south of Derby, all the way to Chariton.
Corydon Municipal Golf Course
Located on the southeast corner of Corydon. The 9 hole, par 36 course is located in Walden Park.
Humeston Municipal Golf Course
Located at the Lakeside Park, is a 9 hole course, featuring sand greens, and a challenging water shot across part of the lake.
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Prairie Trails Aquatic Center
Located on the east edge of Corydon.
