Scott County Conservation Department

Conservation Features

Bike & Equestrian Trails Are Open!

Scott County Park Mountain bike & Equestrian trails are open.  There are still a few wet areas closed off so please avoid them.  If you would like additional information, please call Scott County Park at (563) 328-3282 ext 1


Heritage DaysHeritage Days - Memorial Day WeekendNEW

Sunday & Monday, May 27 & 28, 2012: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Begin your summer at our Pioneer Village Heritage Days. Enjoy period dressed Friends of the Village demonstrating folk art and also selling their wares. Some demonstrations include blacksmithing, basket weaving, broommaking, quilting, pioneer cooking, candle-dipping, weaving, plus so much more!


Emerald Ash BorerFirewood Alert

Keep exotic insect pests away from Iowa trees. Bringing firewood from the states of MI (Lower Peninsula), OH, IL, and IN is a violation of federal law as it may harbor Emerald Ash Borer, a major pest of Iowa's native trees. Visit with park staff or call (515) 725-1470 for more information.


Pine Grove CabinsLuxury Rental Cabins

Scott County Park adds two luxury rental cabins to the park. Each cabin will comfortably sleep six, with two bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room, fireplace, and kitchen area. The cabins feature finished interiors, decks, grading and landscaping.


Picture of the Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer VillageOnline Virtual Tours

The Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village is open for the season. Check out our online virtual tour. For group tours contact the Pioneer Village Site Coordinator at (563) 328-3283.


CampingCamping and RV Parks

Find great camping and trailer spots at any of the following Conservation park sites:


Photo of Buffalo Bill Cody. Virtually Visit the Cody Homestead

The Cody Homestead is Buffalo Bill Cody's boyhood home located in rural Scott County. Buffalo Bill Cody was born in Scott County February 26, 1846:


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Office:
West Lake Park
14910-110th Avenue
Davenport, Iowa 52804
Phone: (563) 328-3280
Fax: (563) 381-2805
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OUR MISSION: To improve the quality of life and promote and preserve the health, welfare, and enjoyment for the citizens of Scott County and the general public by acquiring, developing, operating, and preserving the historical, educational, environmental, recreational and natural resources of the County.
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Sorry, camping reservations are not accepted. Campgrounds are open year round.

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Thursday, May 17
Saturday, May 19
Sunday, May 27
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