Bear Grove Wildlife Management Area

This wooded area has stands of bur oak, hickory, and other upland species.

This 23 acre oak hickory forest is open to the public for wildlife view and hunting. This area received its name due to the fact that person living at the site in the late 1800's reportedly kept a bear as a pet. The locals all came to know the area as "Bear Grove."

Resources

Bear Grove Wildlife Management

Amenities

Hunting

Mushrooming

Wildlife Viewing

Park Hours

5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Park Admission

Free

Location

Located 6 miles north of Melbourne, Iowa and 3 miles west of LaMoille, Iowa.

2204 Hart Ave.
State Center, IA 50247

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