Otter Creek Lake and Park
Restoration Efforts
Otter Creek Lake & Park is fully open to the public! The completed lake restoration includes establishment of excellent fish habitat, improved angler access, removal of sedimentation, irrigation improvements, and more. For progress pictures and updates, please check the Tama County Conservation Facebook page.
[button url=https://tamacounty.iowa.gov/files/conservation/otter_creek_inlake_improvements_13378.pdf]Otter Creek In-Lake Improvements[/button] [button url=https://tamacounty.iowa.gov/files/conservation/otter_creek_watershed_improvements_24418.pdf]Otter Creek Watershed Improvements[/button]
Camping
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Otter Creek Lake & Park's campground boasts 56 electrical sites and 17 primitive sites. An on-site dump station is available for use by campers.
Nature Center
The Tama County Nature Center serves as a hub for environmental education. When not used for summer camps, educational programs, or other park events, the Nature Center has an event space available for rent.
[button url=https://www.tamacounty.iowa.gov/conservation/nature_center]About the Nature Center[/button]
