Welcome to Iowa's
Van Buren County Conservation

Lake Sugema Campgrounds will be closing Oct 18
for campground elec upgrades and road repair.

​​Van Buren County Conservation provides recreational opportunities through:
  • campgrounds
  • parks
  • hiking trails
  • lakes
  • fishing
  • hunting
  • wilderness areas
  • historic villages
  • events
Explore the quaint small villages, parks and campgrounds for a restive,  peaceful retreat and outdoor adventure.

CAMPGROUNDS

Campground Gift Certificates now available at the Van Buren County Conservation Office!
To Reserve camping sites go to:
  • An account has to be set up with Mycountyparks before you can reserve a spot. 
  • Walk ins are accepted at non reserved sites.  Reservations will take priority. 
  • Must reserve 5 days in advance.
  • Make sure you read and understand the cancellation policy and the refund policy when you are reserving your site.​
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Hunting
Please visit our hunting page for more details.
Fishing​
 After Lake Sugema was cleared of the shad in 2019...
Largemouth bass- there was a very large year class that was produced in 2020 and these fish are abundant and will grow quickly.
Bluegill- are doing better and increasing in length 
Crappie- 2020 was excellent. There are still alot of 12 inch or more, but people may have to work at finding them.  Currently some have been found suspended in tree tops.
Hiking
There are hiking areas throughout the county.  Try some trails on snow shoes.