City Parks & Campgrounds

 Goins Park

Address
303 N. 37th Rd,
Lake City, IA - 51449 

Website
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Information
Goins Park is located on the west side of Lake City, it is site for many community gatherings and events. It is comprised of a large play ground for all ages, soccer fields, 6-hole disc golf course, baseball diamond, tennis courts, public swimming pool, basketball court, horse shoe pits, a public restroom, two shelter houses with electricity, one shelter house with no electricity, one gazebo with electricity and two drinking fountains and water spigots. The park is also the beginning of the 5 mile Lake City Recreational Trail. Click here for a map of the trail! It is the largest of the City’s parks offering playground equipment, shelter houses, and a gazebo. The municipal swimming pool & tennis courts are located on the south side of Goins Park. Goins Park is also host to youth swim team, baseball and soccer programs.  The shelter houses may be reserved.

The two main shelter houses are available on a first-come, first-serve basis or may be reserved ahead of time. Reservation rates are $15 (before or after 3 PM) and $25 full-day. Contact the Lake City office at 712-464-3111 for reservations.

 Town Square 

Address
Center of Downtown

Information
Located in the center of downtown and is utilized for various community events.  

The square may be reserved for events such as weddings by calling the City Office at 712-640-6401.

 Lincoln School Park

Address
510 North Edna Street
Lake City, IA - 51449 

Information
Lincoln School Park is not only a part of educational history in Lake City but also a local favorite for youngsters to play at. The park is located on the east side of Lake City, just north of the old Lincoln Elementary School on 211 Center St. It is adjacent to the former elementary school and offers playground equipment for public use.  

It has a large play structure with slides and obstacles of all sizes and for all ages. There are also several swing sets and park benches which make great rest areas!

 Historical Central Playground

Address
211 S Center St.
Lake City, IA - 51449 

Contact
Call: 712-464-8639

Information
Central School Playground is yet another mark of educational history. This playground is located one block south of Main Street on 211 Center St. It is full of various playground favorites including: swings, slide, and merry-go-round! There is also plenty of open grass space to have a picnic or set-up a game of kickball or tag! The backdrop for the park is the elegant brick schoolhouse from 1884. The school is open daily through-out the week and is home to many pieces of education related memorabilia.

 Rainbow Park

Address
lberia Ave,
Lake City , IA - 51449 

Information
Rainbow Park is located 3 miles south of town on Iberia Avenue. It gets its name from the beautiful Rainbow Bridge, erected in 1914, which crosses the Raccoon River.

Rainbow Park is great for fishing along the river, picnicking in the outdoors and even primitive camping!

Mike Macke Campground

Address 
Lake City, IA - 51449 

Contact
Call: 712-464-3185    

Pay
RV: $10 /Night
Tent: $5/Night

Information
Michael Macke Memorial Park is a scenic and relaxing camp group and park located just west of town on County Road N37 and Lake Creek. This park has 5 RV spots with electrical hook-ups. The spaces may also be used for tent camping. Fire pits and a playground are on site. There is also a very well-maintained bathroom, complete with showers and a shaded picnic area.

Being right on Lake Creek, makes fishing a great opportunity at this park! Reservations are first come, first serve – fees and donations are collected on site.