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The Cerro Gordo County Conservation Board offers a multitude of opportunities to enjoy and explore the outdoors. Established in 1958, we now manage 35 natural areas that provide a wide variety of exciting recreational opportunities for citizens of North Iowa. In addition, the Lime Creek Nature Center offers quality conservation education and outdoor learning programming for all ages. Whatever your favorite pursuit, we are here to help you discover and enjoy our amazing natural resources in Cerro Gordo County!

Contact Information

Cerro Gordo Conservation Board
3501 Lime Creek Road
Mason City, IA 50401
Phone: 641-423-5309
Fax: 641-423-1566

Hours

Summer

Monday through Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Winter

Monday through Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

News

Dogs Prohibited on Wildlife Areas
The Cerro Gordo County Conservation Board (CGCCB) would like to remind dog owners that per Iowa Code and CGCCB regulations, dogs are prohibited on CGCCB Wildlife Areas between the dates of March 15 and July 15 of each year.

03/18/2019 10:00 AM
Fin & Feather Road Closed
Effective immediately, we have temporarily closed the Fin & Feather road due to weather conditions.

03/13/2019 10:30 AM
Ski Report
Ski trails at Lime Creek Nature Center are in excellent condition at this time.

03/01/2019 12:30 PM