Bob Shetler Picnic Area

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·Saylorville Lake

Overview

Bob Shetler Picnic Area is a day-use facility located in the tailwater area below Saylorville Dam, and is a popular destination for shoreline fishermen.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Bbq

    (All campsites have Bbq)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 0')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 10)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Playground

    (All campsites have Playground)

  • Shade

    (All campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (All campsites have Site Acceses)

  • Water Hookup

    (All campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

BOB SHETLER PICNIC AREA 2 - Credits: USACE Saylorville Lake
Picnic Area Playground - Credits: USACE Saylorville Lake
BOB SHETLER PICNIC AREA 1 - Credits: USACE Saylorville Lake
BOB SHETLER PICNIC AREA Shelter - Credits: USACE Saylorville Lake
Large shade trees dot the open grassy land around the picnic area, which offers pleasant views of the Des Moines River.Wildlife is abundant throughout the project. White-tailed deer, turkeys, pheasants, waterfowl, and other small game animals roam the lands around the lake.

Recreation

Bob Shetler Picnic Area - Credits: Saylorville Lake Staff
Visitors come to Saylorville Lake for its great boating, sailing, water skiing, windsurfing and swimming opportunities. Anglers fish for walleye, wiper, largemouth bass, catfish, crappie and northern pike.The paved Neal Smith Trail winds 24 miles from Des Moines to Big Creek State Park and connects the campgrounds on the east side of the lake. It is designated as a National Recreation Trail and is used for biking, hiking, jogging, walking and in-line skating.

Additional Information

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