Campground Open
CITY PARK CAMPGROUND WILL BE OPEN UNDER THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS:
- Only self-contained units will be allowed, no tents
- Campers only in the Campground; no guests allowed
- Campfires at campsites should be for occupants of the campsite only
- Six occupants per campsite, unless immediate family contains more than six
- Staff will be monitoring areas to avoid gatherings of groups larger than 10.
- Physical distancing needs to be followed so that the parks and campground remain open as a viable option for recreation.
- Restrooms/shower house are open, use at own risk
- Kayaks and Paddleboards not available for rental this season
- Questions: See campground host
Oelwein City Park Campground Rules
- All campers are expected to keep their campsites clean and in an orderly manner
- Quiet must be maintained between 10:30 PM and 6:00 AM
- Park and campground are closed to non-campers between 10:30 PM and 6:00 AM
- Licensed motor vehicles operated by licensed drivers only
- (Mini bikes UTV's, Golf Carts, and All –terrain vehicles are prohibited in all City
parks without exception per City code)
- Motor vehicles are not allowed off roadways and/or parking areas
- All domestic animals must be kept on leash not to exceed 10’ in length
- Tree cutting is strictly prohibited
- Iowa fishing license required if and when fishing
- Fire must be built in places provided
- 10 MPH speed limit in campground
- No moving fire rings
- Do not move tables-ask the host for direction if extras are needed
- No tents allowed on campsite pads
- All campers must register with the host within one hour of arrival
- Check out time is 2:00 PM
- Please dispose of trash in containers provided—not fire rings
- Maximum stay of 4 consecutive nights in primitive tent area
- Anyone not complying with these rules will result in removal from the
campground at the campers' expense, with no refund.
Lake Oelwein
Fishing
Lake Oelwein offers great scenery and endless recreation possibilities. Two fishing jetties have been made available, Lake Oelwein is a “no-wake” facility. Kayak and paddleboard rentals are available for rental through the campground host.
Paddleboards
Kayaks and paddleboards will be used on Lake Oelwein only. All kayaks and paddleboards rented must stay between the south side of 10th street SW and North of the blue barrels, please stay off private property. Each kayak and paddleboard rental will come with one paddle and personal floatation device. Wearing a personal floatation device at all times is recommended. Anyone 12 years and younger is required to wear a personal floatation device at all times by law. No refunds available.
Kayaking
¨ One-hour rental is $10 per kayak/Paddleboard
¨ Four-hour rental is $30 per kayak/Paddleboard
¨ Two or more kayak rentals is $35 for four hours per kayak/Paddleboard
City Park
Oelwein City Park has two sand volleyball courts, several playgrounds, basketball court, five horseshoe courts, Dog Park, 24 acre lake, and several picnic amenities.
Also available through the campground host are horseshoes for use on our five horseshoe courts on the east side of City Park.
Playground Equipment
There are several playground equipment structures designed for all ages available.
Oelwein Celebration
The Oelwein Celebration is held at City Park in early June, with free entertainment for all.