Three-Mile Lake offers acres of underwater structures for some of the best fish habitat in Iowa. Bring your own boat, use one of the 10 fishing jetties and explore nearly 24 miles of shoreline. Three Mile Lake has already built a reputation for providing excellent fishing for largemouth bass, walleye, catfish, crappie and bluegill. Three-Mile Lake is also developing into Iowa's newest Muskie hot spot.
The lower part of the lake is open to sailing, power boating and water skiing. No wake boating is permitted on the remainder of the lake. No Jet Ski’s or jet boats are allowed on the lake.

UNION COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD
THREE MILE LKAE
P.O. BOX 291
CRESTON, IOWA 50801
(641)347-5100
(Messages will be returned)
No reservations are needed for camping.
RENTAL FEE - $40.00 per night, Sunday-Thursday, $50.00 per night on Friday & Saturday effective February 2, 2009.
The cabins are available to rent by reservation only, year round, and may be reserved up to 12 months in advance.
Cabins are equipped with a Queen size sofa sleeper and 2 sets of bunk beds; a Table and 4 chairs; dorm sized refrigerator & microwave; Heat and air conditioning; Electricity/lights/outlets; Picnic table and grill (outside) Water hydrant (outside); Flush toilets/showers nearby available year round. Each cabin sleeps 6 comfortably and offers a gorgeous view of Three Mile Lake.
All you need to bring is your bedding, pillows, and a spirit of adventure.

FEES AND REGISTRATION: _________________________________________________________________________________________

• Cabin fees for your entire stay must be paid in full upon day of arrival.
• You may pay in cash, personal check or money order. No credit cards will be accepted.
• Single night reservations will be accepted year round, except: A Friday or Saturday reservation during the peak camping season, i.e. Memorial   Day through Labor Day requires both Friday and Saturday reservation.
• Minimum age to reserve a cabin is 18 years of age.
• Maximum number of vehicles per cabin is two (2) standard. No tents, RV's 5th wheels, campers, pickup campers, pop-ups, etc. allowed at the   cabin site.
• Cabin keys may be picked up at the cabin site as stated on confirmation.
• Returned keys are to be placed in locked key drop box at cabin site. Lost or stolen keys will result in a $20.00 replacement fee charge.

RULES: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

• CHECK IN - 4:00 p.m.
• CHECK OUT - 2:00 p.m.
• Cooking in cabins is prohibited except for coffee makers, crock pots and microwaves.
• Smoking is prohibited inside cabins.
• Pets are allowed at the cabin sites but must be contained to a portable kennel inside cabins or under control of owner outside cabins.
• Cabin quite hours are 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
• Cabin curfew is 10:30 p.m. for non-registered guests.

CAMPER REGISTRATION INFORMATION : _____________________________________________________________________________
Campground fees are $15.00 per night:

1. Campground and shower house are open year round.
2. All campers are asked to self register at campground entrance.
3. Envelopes are located in top of registration tube.
4. Fill in appropriate information on receipt and on envelope.
5. Detach receipt from envelope and place on post next to campsite.
6. Place $15.00 fee in envelope and put in drop slot in registration tube.

CAMPGROUND RULES: ____________________________________________________________________________________________

• All campers are asked to self register.
• No reservations are accepted. Sites that are paid for must be occupied by a camper, tent or a vehicle to be considered valid.
• Two tents are allowed per site or one tent and one camper per site.
• Camping is restricted to designated sites only, and is limited to two consecutive weeks per unit.
• One extra vehicle per camping site is allowed. All other vehicles including visitors should park in designated lots. Visiting hours are over at 10:00 p.m.
• Check out time is 3:00 p.m.
• Pets must be controlled at all times and may not be tied to trees or other county property that could cause damage.
• The Union County Conservation Board reserves the right to refuse or rescind any or all privileges to anyone found in violation of these rules or any laws set by the state or federal government.

DIRECTIONS TO THREE MILE LAKE: From Highway 34 go just West of Afton and turn North on the Creamery Road (also marked County Road P53). Go North about 3 miles and turn West (left) on 150th Street. Go 1/2 mile West and turn South (left) at the Three-Mile Recreation Sign.

Overlooking the lake is the newest addition to the Three-Mile Lake Park,
Three-Mile Lake Lodge, a 36' by 84' log structure which is available for rent by the public year-round.  This multi-purpose building has become a popular spot for many different types of activities.  The Lodge has been host to wedding ceremonies and receptions, several local school proms, reunions, anniversaries, birthdays and banquets.  Inside of the building the upstairs level boasts an impressive main room of approximately 1800 square feet, with a dance floor in the middle.  There is also a full kitchen and large restroom facilities. The lower level has the same main room, with a warming kitchen and slightly smaller restroom facilities.  For more information or to make reservations please call the Union County Conservation office at 641-347-5100.

Twelve-Mile Lake has a standing reputation as one of the best fishing lakes in Iowa. Walleye, largemouth bass, crappie and channel catfish and bluegill offer great angling opportunities year-around. Shoreline access is available through three boat ramps. Boaters may operate at no-wake speeds only.

Twelve-Mile Lake is located four miles east of Creston, just off U.S. Highway 34.

For more information please contact Union County Conservation at 641-347-5100.

Summit Lake offers prize catches of channel catfish along with crappie, largemouth bass and bluegill. A concrete boat ramp just off the Summit Lake Bridge on State Highway 25 offers easy all-weather access for fishermen.

Thayer Lake one of the oldest man-made lakes in Iowa is a good small lake for bass, panfish and catfish. Water levels fluctuate little in dry or wet years because the lake is spring-fed. Although fishing boats are allowed, most anglers do just as well angling from the shoreline.
Primitive camping is welcome anywhere around this 10-acre, spring-fed lake and 47 acre nature area. This small park offers a secluded, almost cathedral-like setting amid stately centenarian oak and shagbark hickory trees. Pitch your tent or bring your camper. Electrical hook-ups are available. For more information on camping, contact the Union County Conservation Office at 641-347-5100.
Thayer Lake is located just south of Highway 34, near the town of Thayer. It is about 20 miles east of Creston.

Afton Lake provides excellent bluegill, catfish and bass fishing opportunities. This lake is located just 1-1/2 miles west of Afton on old Highway 34.