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Facilities and Activities
Yurts at McIntosh Woods
McIntosh Woods State Park is a popular spot for picnickers. The grassy and
shaded picnic areas are a fine place for a family cookout. An open picnic
shelter has been built near the boat ramp and is available on a reservation
basis through the park manager for a fee.
Camping
McIntosh Woods State Park features a campground that was extensively renovated
in the early 1980s. The campground has 49 campsites, 45 with electricity. A
modern rest room and shower building are present, as well as a playground
equipment for little ones. Starting February 13, 2006 advance campsite
reservations can be booked through the park reservation system. Half of the
campsites are still available for self-registration on a first-come, first-serve
basis.
Yurts
Visitors to McIntosh Woods may stay in one of two yurts available for rent. The
"yurt" or "ger" as it is often referred to is based on a nomadic shelter used in
Central Asia. It is a 16-foot circular tent structure with a wood frame, lattice
walls and a vinyl covering. The yurt also has windows, a clear dome on the roof
and a framed door. It comes with a full-size futon, twin bunk beds and a table
with chairs and is treated like a camping cabin rental. The yurts can be
reserved for a fee through the Internet at www.reserveiaparks.com or by calling
toll-free 1-877-IAPARKS. For more background information on the the park
reservation system click here.
Trails
A one-mile nature trail takes visitors into the heart of McIntosh Woods and
signs describe different features of the parks.
Lake Activities (Swimming, boating, fishing)
McIntosh Woods State Park is one of the major boating access points for Clear
Lake. A modern boat ramp is present with an extensive paved area for vehicle and
trailer parking.
Clear Lake is very popular with anglers of all ages. A variety of fish may be
taken in Clear Lake; everything from bluegills and crappies to bass and
northerns. To enhance angler enjoyment, a modern fish cleaning station is
located near the boat ramp area at McIntosh Woods.
The park has a point or peninsula of land jutting out into the lake. This area
includes an unsupervised beach which is popular for swimmers of all ages.
McIntosh Woods State Park is located on the northwest shore of beautiful
3,684-acre Clear Lake. The 60-acre park, purchased in 1943, is an oasis of
nature in an area of residential, commercial and agricultural land.
Nearby Towns
McIntosh Woods State Park is located between the cities of Clear Lake and
Ventura. Mason City is 10 miles to the east of Clear Lake and Garner is 7 miles
west.
Ventura Access
Ventura Access is located only a mile west of McIntosh Woods in the town of
Ventura. The area features a boat ramp, an open picnic shelter (which may be
reserved for a fee through the park manager, playground equipment, rest room
facilities and ball field. It is an excellent spot for a variety of outdoor
recreation fun. A fishing dock is available at the boat ramp and is designed for
handicap access.
Contact Information
1200 East Lake Street
Ventura, Iowa 50482
ph. 641/829-3847
fax 641/829-3841
E-mail address: McIntosh_Woods@dnr.state.ia.us |
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