Buffalo Shores

Entrance sign to Buffalo Shores Access Area.
The shore of the Mississippi River at Buffalo Shores Beach.
One of the 65 campsites at Buffalo Shores. Great for RV's.
The playground set for children at Buffalo Shores.

Buffalo Shores is a twenty-five acre recreation area located off of State Highway 22, just downstream from Buffalo, Iowa, on the Mississippi River. A double boat ramp, free beach, ample parking, toilets, water, and picnicking are available in the park's day use area. In addition, overnight camping is offered at the 65-site campground, which provides 50-amp electrical service, water, concrete patios, beachfront sites, modern shower house, playrground and a dump station.

Free beach, boat ramp, picnicking in day use area.

Open April through October: 6:00AM - 10:30PM

Note: The Park is closed 10:30PM - 6:00AM

Buffalo Shores
1433 W Front St
Buffalo, Iowa 52728
(563) 328-3281

Features

Rescheduled
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 3:00pm

The Scott County Conservation Board normally meets the second Wednesday of every month at the West Lake Park Headquarters office. Find agendas and minutes when available.

Flyer advertising the event.
Saturday, March 23, 2024 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Join Naturalist Paige at to create a guided spring wildflower painting. This event is family friendly and all skill levels are welcome! All supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity!

There is a program fee of $5/canvas . All painters must be registered.

Online registration is required. Please go to our website to register: Paint by Nature

 

 

Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $13.00 to $15.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.00 to $14.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.00 to $14.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Full-time) $24.50 to $26.50 per hour plus benefits.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $15.50 to $17.50 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $15.50 to $17.50 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $13.00 to $15.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.50 to $14.50 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal)

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $13.50 to $15.50 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $13.50 to $15.50 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Part-time) $12.00 to $14.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:30pm Central Time.