Marion County Park

Discover Marion County Park in Knoxville

The 140 acre “County Park” is MCCB’s oldest recreation area. Its rolling hills contain many opportunities for recreational enjoyment. A campground with 99 campsites, shower/restroom facilities and picnic shelters provide for a summer family retreat. A 7 acre fishing lake, provides an excellent location to fish for large mouth bass, bluegill and catfish. Picnic areas with playground equipment, flush restrooms and picnic shelters are available for daily usage. A basketball court, baseball and softball fields are also located in the park.

Additionally, the park has a diverse array of scenic backdrops; including, a fishing pier, covered bridge, and natural foliage settings that are utilized by photographers for inspirational, family and senior class pictures.

The Marion County Historical Society maintains a historical village at the park, complete with a log cabin, museum, country schoolhouse, church, general store and stagecoach inn; that are open for display on weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Locals have known and travelers are learning that, Marion County Park is a destination for many recreational enthusiasts.

For Campsite and shelter house listings.  Click on: Campsite/Shelter house listing

To Search for campsite and shelter house reservation availability, use the search function at the mycountyparks.com main page.

Click on "Campsite" or "Shelter" type in Marion County Park, then input your desired dates.  The website will generate a list of all available campsites or shelters.

GOLF CARS/CARTS, ATV'S & UTV'S ARE PROHIBITED

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Park Contact Information:
Marion County Park
306 Willetts Drive
Knoxville, Iowa 50138
PHONE: (641) 828-2214

Email: marioncopark@marioncountyiowa.gov

Features Available at Various Facilities

• Carry in/carry out refuse
• Dump station
• Electricity
• Fire ring
• Fireplace
• Firewood available
• Handicap Accessible
• On-site resident host
• Pet Friendly
• Picnic Table
• Pressurized water
• Refuse cans
• Restroom
• Sewer Connection
• Shower facilities