What we have, About Thorpe Park
what you’ll need…
The Thorpe Park property was first
The
The Lake Catherine Cabin
purchased by the Thorpe family in 1943. They
developed it and, for
Lake Catherine
comes with the following: almost 30 years, used it
as their private retreat. Cabin
•
•
Heat and Air Conditioning
A Kitchen Area Complete
Since 1974, though, the
land has been owned by
the Winnebago County
at
with a Stove, a
Refrigerator, a
Conservation Board;
and now everyone can see just why the
Thorpe Park
Microwave, a Coffee Thorpe family loved this area so much!
Maker, a Toaster, Cooking
Utensils, and Eating The park is 160 acres, and provides the public
Utensils with fishing, camping, picnicking, and hiking
• A Full-Size Bunk Bed opportunities. Lake Catherine (15 acres)
contains a nice variety of fish, including
(sleeps 4) and a Full-Size Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Catfish, and
Futon (sleeps 2) Crappies. The campground contains 13
• Modern Bathroom with a electric sites ($12/night) and 2 non-electric
Shower sites ($8/night), and the shelterhouse can be
• A Spacious Deck with a reserved for a $10 fee. In addition, a scenic
Scenic View of Lake trail circles the marsh.
Catherine The Lake Catherine Cabin was built by the
• Picnic Tables and a Fire Thorpes in 1955. After the WCCB acquired
Ring/Grill Outside the cabin, it was used for many years for
You will need
programs and park events. Then, in 2009, it
was converted into the current rental cabin. Your
to bring:
From the cabin,
Winnebago County
• Bedding
you can observe
many common
Getaway!
(sheets, animals such as
blankets, Deer, Turkey, For reservations or more information, contact:
pillows, etc.) Canada Geese,
• Kitchen and and Pheasants, as well as a few rarer species The Winnebago County Conservation Board
such as Trumpeter Swans and Sandhill 34496 110th Avenue
bath towels Forest City. IA 50436
Cranes. Even rare Whooping Cranes have
and bath been observed at the park! Needless to say, (641) 565-3390
soap there is a lot to see and do at Thorpe Park! Or visit our web site at:
www.winnebagoccb.com
Large, Relaxing Deck Lake Catherine Cabin Regulations
• Weekday Rental Fee: $50/night (Sun.-Thurs.)
• Weekend Rental Fee: $65/night (Fri.-Sat.)
• Two-night Minimum Stay on Weekends
• $100 Refundable Deposit Required
• Must be 21 years old to rent
• Check-in time: 3:00 PM. Check-out time: Noon.
• Maximum Number of Occupants—6
• Maximum Length of Stay—14 Days
• Parking in Designated Areas Only
• Park closes at 10:00 PM for guests
• All cabin furnishings must remain in cabin
• Keg beer is prohibited
Comfortable Furnishings
• Pets are not allowed in cabin
• Smoking is prohibited inside the cabin
• Trash cannot be disposed of in the fire ring
• Tent camping is allowed only in campground
Modern Conveniences
How to Get to Thorpe Park
A44
A42/Bancroft Road
120th Avenue
160th Avenue
Thorpe 345th/”I” Street Forest
Park City
Spring Valley Road
Maple Avenue
Highway 69
The view from the deck... B14/Crystal Lake Road