BOB SHETLER PICNIC AREA
| Address | SAYLORVILLE LAKE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE, 5600 NW 78TH AVE, JOHNSTON, IA, 50131 |
|---|---|
| State | IA |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 515-276-4656 |
Amenities
PAVED PARKING
ELECTRICITY
FIREPLACE
FLUSH TOILETS
DAY USE AREA
PARKING AREA
PAVED PATHWAYS
PAVED ROADS
PICNIC AREA
PICNIC TABLES
Shade
PLAYGROIUND
Pets Allowed
PICNIC SHELTERS
BBQ: Y
GRILLS: Y
Water Hookup: Y
Quiet Area: Y
Checkin Time: 7:00 AM
Checkout Time: 9:00 PM
Min Num of People: 1
Max Num of People: 100
Condition Rating: Good
Hike In Distance to Site: 0
Site Access: Drive-In
Max Num of Vehicles: 33–51
Driveway Length: 0
Site Height/Overhead Clearance: 0
Driveway Surface: Paved
Tent Pad Width: 0
Min Num of Vehicles: 0
Tent Pad Length: 0
Location Rating: Good
Picnic Table: Y
Reservable Sites: 2 of 2
Overview
Bob Shetler Picnic Area is a day-use facility located in the tailwater area below Saylorville Dam, and is a popular destination for shoreline fishermen.
The 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project 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, win
Data updated: 2026-08-23 09:34 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)