Welcome to the new Guthrie County Website!

Conservation

Location

206 W. South St.
Panora, IA 50216
Driving Directions

Contact Information

641-755-3061
Send an Email

Our Team

Brad Halterman
Conservation Director
Branden Caldwell
Park Ranger
Kristine Jorgensen
Museum Curator
Ted Scheuermann
Maintenance Technician

Guthrie County Conservation logo.Guthrie County, located in west-central Iowa, is rich in natural resources and diverse in recreational areas giving everyone an opportunity to enjoy our beautiful county.  We are located just 45 minutes from our State's capital - Des Moines, Iowa, and offer a variety of recreational opportunities including camping, hunting, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, biking, bird-watching, picnicking, and much more.

We welcome and invite you to enjoy our conservation and recreation areas encompassing over 1,010 acres in Guthrie County. Discover original prairies, flowing rivers, scenic roadways, historic towns, and miles and miles of trails. We manage 12 individual parks, prairie remnants, wildlife areas, historic sites, river accesses and a portion of the Raccoon River Valley Trail, and offer a variety of recreational opportunities including camping, hunting, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, biking, bird watching, picnicking, and much more. Whether you stay for an hour, a day, or a lifetime, there truly is something for everyone to discover in Guthrie County. We hope you enjoy your visit.

 

Map & Directions

County Courthouse

200 N. 5th St.
Guthrie Center, IA
Contact Us

Courthouse Hours

M-F 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Holidays
Department Hours May Vary