Oelwein Park Department

Park Updates

As of August 3rd, 2020

In response to updated recommendations from the CDC, the Governor’s recent announcement and out of an abundance of caution over COVID-19, the City is announcing the following:

Parks

The City is still not taking any shelter reservation or kayak rentals though the month of July due to COVID-19.

Parks

Major flooding at several parks on 6-10-2020, City Park and Platt Park are now open once again on 6-11-2020. City Park campground is open.

Parks

Bathrooms are open, they are cleaned and sanitized once a day, use at your own risk. One patron at a time in the bathrooms, continue social distancing of 6 feet or more at all times.

Aquatic Center

The Oelwein city council has decided that the Oelwein Family Aquatic Center will not open this season due to COVID-19.

Shelter Reservations

The City is still not taking any shelter reservations for any parks at this time due to COVID-19 at this time.

Campground

The campground will be open to the public May 9th. The shower house can be used at own risk. Social distancing is expected and no visitors are allowed in the campground. Tent camping will not be allowed a this time. Kayak and paddleboard not offered this season. See the campground tab for all established regulations and fees.

Aquatics

At this time we are not accepting swimming registrations and season passes until a final decision on the season is made. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Parks

Open at this time while following the 6 feet social distance guidelines. All parks green spaces (no groups over 10 people), Playgrounds and ballfields are closed. The park bathrooms are not open at this time so please plan accordingly, and drinking fountains are not turned on.

Cemetery

Garbage cans are out and available for citizens to dispose of old flowers and decorations at their leisure.

Parks

The dog park and skate park are closed . No gatherings of 10 or more people are allowed. Patrons must follow CDC guidelines for illness and social distancing when using the park system.

Oelwein Celebration

The Oelwein celebration's Inc. committee made the decision to cancel the 2020 Oelwein Celebration.

Cemetery

Due to the tornado on march 28th there are trees available to take for firewood. If interested in taking storm damaged trees, please email us to set an appointment under the "contact us" tab.

Updates

As things continue to charge with COVID-19 we will adapt as needed. Thank you for your patience and understanding in these challenging times. Please keep up to date and follow the Department of Public Health and CDC guidelines through the COVID-19 link above. We will continue to update you through this website and social media outlets.

Please practice social distancing and stay safe!

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EF-1 Tornado Damage 3-28-2020

Redgate Park and Woodlawn Cemetery

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2020 Oelwein Park and Recreation Brochure

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Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Oelwein Parks and Recreation Department to create recreational opportunities and provide consistent, reliable public service; creating diverse programs and services to promote community involvement; and being a leader in recreation and leisure services while preserving our facilities for future generations.