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Conservation
Contact Information
Executive Director
Monroe County Courthouse
10 Benton Ave East
Albia, Iowa 52531
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Phone
641-455-4778
Duties and Responsibilities
The goal of the Monroe County Conservation Board (MCCB) is to encourage awareness and enjoyment of our Natural Resources by providing a better understanding of our environment.
The MCCB provides the public with approximately 2000 acres, 35 county conservation managed areas, helping to conserve our natural resources, preserve scenic sites, and discover outdoor recreation opportunities in Monroe County.
Lake Miami Park
Lake Miami is a 135 acre, man-made lake located 5 miles east of Lovilia on an 879 acre park. Lake Miami was constructed in 1967. The lake is governed by the Monroe County Conservation Board. Lake Miami offers full service facilities for camping. Lake Miami also offers picnic areas, fishing, hunting, hiking, and outdoor recreations, as well as cabin rentals.
Camping Rates
i. Full Hook Up = $22/night
ii. Electric Campsites = $17/night
iii. Tent Camping = $12/night
Shower house is available
(B) Please register and pay at the self-registration booth.
Please do not litter
No keg beer is allowed in the park
Year-round fishing is available.
A boat dock is available for fishing boats. There is also a handicap dock available.
Cabin Rental
3 cabins are available year-round. Click the link below for more information and to reserve cabins. https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Monroe/Facility/Search
Education Center
Hunter's Safety Program
Tree Identification Programs
Fishing Programs
Animal Identification Programs
There are numerous animal mounts and famous prints as well
Shelter Houses
One enclosed shelter and 2 open shelters are available to rent. Click the link below for more information and to reserve shelters. https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Monroe/Facility/Search
Conservation Board Members
Jennifer Stiles
Dan Johnson
Tim Nolan
Alan Harrington
Mike Runyan
An open board meeting is held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM at the Carmack Education Center.