Hickory Grove Park

Discover Hickory Grove Park in Colo

The Lake Restoration is complete and some fish stocking has taken place. The lake is now open for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and small boats with electric or troll motors only. You can view real-time photos of the refill process here.

Story County's Largest Park!
Hickory Grove Park is the largest and most popular of the conservation board's parks. This 445-acre multiple-use recreational area southwest of Colo contains a 98-acre lake stocked with large mouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, & walleye. Future stocking of walleye will be coming with the impending rearing pond project. 

 Public Hunting Brochure

Public Fishing Brochure

SCC Rules and Regulations

Features Available at Various Facilities

• Carry in/carry out refuse
• Dump station
• Electricity
• Fire ring
• Fireplace
• Firewood available
• On-site resident host
• Pet Friendly
• Picnic Table
• Refuse cans
• Restroom
• Shower facilities
• Swimming nearby