Featured park
Beeds Lake State Park
99-acre reservoir, historic limestone spillway, hiking, fishing, camping and boat access.
OUTDOORS · FRANKLIN COUNTY, IOWA
Parks, Trails & Recreation
Explore city playgrounds, camping, swimming, splash pads, state parks, county conservation sites, wildlife areas and golf.
Find your next outing
Browse parks by type below. Some wildlife habitat tracts are primarily conservation lands and may not have public facilities; check access restrictions before visiting.
Popular parks & outdoor destinations
Featured park
Maynes Grove
County conservation property with a pond, trail network, lodge and fishing amenities.
City parks, playgrounds & splash pads
City park · Hampton
Band Shell / City Park
Public music and events venue across from the Franklin County Courthouse; the municipal band performs here in summer.
City park · Hampton
Hampton East Park
East-side city park with soccer, disc golf, a basketball area and picnic shelter.
City park · Hampton
Harriman Park
North-side park with shelters for reunions and gatherings; shelters may be reserved through city facilities.
City park · Hampton
Hampton Memorial Park
Neighborhood park with mature trees, grills and small shelters.
City park · Hampton
Hampton Progress Park
City recreation area identified in Hampton’s municipal parks brochure.
City park · Sheffield
Sheffield City Park
City park at 505 W Gilman Street with two shelters, playground equipment and restroom facilities.
City park · Sheffield
Rick Larson Memorial Park
Small memorial park at 107 Gilman Street with a gazebo and picnic tables.
City park · Sheffield
Sheffield Swimming Pool / Marie Ayers Park
Public pool area at 246 Garfield with playground, court, shelter and picnic tables.
City park · Sheffield
Galvin’s Park Campground
Community campground and recreation area noted among Sheffield city amenities.
City park · Latimer
Latimer West Park & Splash Pad
Splash pad, playground and reservable shelter for families and local gatherings.
City park · Latimer
Latimer East Park
Playground, shelter, nearby baseball/softball diamond and soccer fields.
County conservation lands & trails
Listed properties are included for completeness. Not all have public parking, picnic facilities or unrestricted access.
Conservation land
Ackerman Tract
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Alverson Tract
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Burkley Park
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Christopher Tract
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Creeden Prairie
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Deer Meadow Wildlife Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Handorf Roadside Park
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Hawkins Game Management Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Ingebretson Memorial Grove
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Interstate Lake Park
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Long Spur Habitat Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Oakland Valley Game Management Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Oxbow Tract
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Popejoy Conservation Park
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Sheffield Game Management Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Spainhower Tract
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Spring Creek Prairie Tract
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Spring Creek Wildlife Areas
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Thorn Apple Woods
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Toft Wildlife Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
West Fork Wetland Tract
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
West Fork Wildlife Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
WKW Conservation Park
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Trail
Rolling Prairie Trail
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Maynes Creek Wildlife Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Conservation land
Forever Fen Area
Listed on the Franklin County GIS conservation map (2018). Confirm present access and facilities before visiting.
Golf courses
Golf course
Hampton Country Club
Golf course and clubhouse; consult the course for tee times, current rates and memberships.
Golf course
Ridge Stone Golf Club
Sheffield-area golf. Confirm current rates and course availability with the club.
Golf course
Latimer Golf Club
Local golf in Latimer; confirm fees, tee times and season dates directly.