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Van Buren County Conservation
Accepting Mowing Bids!
Van Buren County Conservation is taking bids for mowing at our Lake Sugema Campground and Bentonsport River side park and campgrounds. Bids will be per mowing basis; bidders must have proof of insurance at time of the bid. Lake Sugema is approximately 7.8 acres and Bentonsport is approximately 5.7 acres . Bids are due by Monday, March 31, 2025. For more information and set up a showing of the area please contact the Conservation office at 319-293-3589.
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Campground Host Wanted
We are looking for a campground host at the Bentonsport Campground during the 2025 camping season. Call (319) 293-3589 or email [email protected] for more information. Our next board meeting is scheduled to be April 8th at 5:30pm at Morris Park.
To Reserve camping sites for 2025 at Sugema, Bentonsport or Morris Campgrounds, go to:
Sugema Campgrounds: This campground is near Lake Sugema, a popular fishing lake. Reservations are recommended for full 2-12 or modern sites 13-22. or by chance drive ins. Sites 23-29 are drive in with electric only Bentonsport & Morris Campgrounds- Reservation or Drive ups available Douds & Austin Park Douds- 2 campsites available, shelter and boat ramp. Austin Park- primitive sites, shelter, boat ramp
Van Buren County Conservation provides recreational opportunities through:
Campground Gift Certificates are available at the Van Buren County Conservation Office!
Austin Park RevitalizationConstruction began in 2023 with a new parking lot and boat ramp. Then electricity was added to the campground in 2024.
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Building for Rent
VBCCB is now excepting proposals to rent the Odd Fellows in Bentonsport during the 2025 season. Call 319-293-3589 or email [email protected] Vision Plan for Iowa Great Places
The work of rehabilitating the Bentonsport Odd Fellows Hall has involved many talented craftspeople, including carpenters and masons. From left to right: Kevin, Paul, Angel and John have been working on the wood storefront this week. Thanks guys for helping us preserve Bentonsport!
Hiking/Kayaking
Explore the different trails with friends or join in with the Van Buren County Conservation Naturalist which also offers bird and nature hikes as well as kayak trips.
Lake Sugema Fishing
Lake Sugema [Pronounced sōō•jē’•mə]
Conservation partners with DNR Location: 3 miles southwest of Keosauqua Acres: 579.00 Maximum Depth: 33.6 ft. (2010 - 33.6') Motoring Restrictions: No Size Limit No Wake Lake Amenities at Lake Sugema include:
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