Buffalo Creek County Park

Buffalo Creek Park is located in northern Linn County, just west of Coggon, Iowa on County Road D62 (1825 Coggon Rd) nestled along Buffalo Creek, rolling wooded knolls of oak and hickory combine with the open meadows adjacent to the stream valley to provide habitat for a unique variety of flora and fauna. One of the largest populations of bluebells in the area can be found in this 143-acre park, in addition to other wildflowers. Buffalo Creek Park was the first park developed in Linn County, with most of the development completed by 1962. There is a 1.2 mile trail in the north end of Buffalo Creek Park with level trail terrain and gravel surfacing. The trail brushes along Buffalo Creek in a few locations and passes through numerous wetlands. This area of the park is designated as an off-leash area. Another significant point of interest along this trail is one of the largest natural collections of bluebells wildflowers in the region. Planning a hike in late April or early May allow you to catch the under story of the woods in full bloom. A kayak launch is located on the northeast side of the campground into Buffalo Creek. A new playground, reservable shelter , and picnic shelter are located south of the campground. A lighted, vault-type restroom, playground and games such as ladder toss and cornhole are all located nearby.