Cherry Glen Picnic
The Cherry Glen Picnic location is in Johnston, Iowa
50131. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Cherry Glen Picnic facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Saylorville Lake Administration Office
5600 Nw 78Th Avenue
Johnston
Iowa
50131
Phone number
515-276-4656
Campground information Johnston, Iowa
Overview
Cherry Glen Picnic Area is a day-use facility located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches over 50 miles up the Des Moines River Valley. The lake provides a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, swimming, fishing, hiking and hunting.
Recreation
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.
Facilities
This day-use area offers six group picnic shelters, all with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, a playground and hiking trails. Cherry Glen Campground is adjacent as well as Cherry Glen Boat Ramp.
Natural Features
Cherry Glen is nestled on a compact 13-acre wooded ridge. Visiting with family and friends while relaxing in the shade of one of the area’s many trees is a popular pastime.
Wildlife is abundant throughout the project. White-tailed deer, turkeys, pheasants, waterfowl, and other small game animals roam the lands around the lake.
Nearby Attractions
Cherry Glen Campground and Cherry Glen Boat Ramp.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saylorville Lake Administration Office Johnston, IA
How do I make a reservation with Cherry Glen Picnic?
To make reservations at Cherry Glen Picnic, you can call the office at 515-276-4656.
Where is Cherry Glen Picnic located?
The Cherry Glen Picnic is located at Saylorville Lake Administration Office 5600 Nw 78Th Avenue in Johnston,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Cherry Glen Picnic have tent or RV camping?
Cherry Glen Picnic offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 515-276-4656 to make sure things haven’t changed.