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Oak Grove Picnic Area

Saylorville Lake Administration Office, Johnston, Iowa, United States

Oak Grove Recreation Area
OAK GROVE PICNIC AREA
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Featured amenities

Parking
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Playground
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About Oak Grove Picnic Area

Oak Grove Picnic Area is a day-use facility located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which 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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 23 to Sep 7

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Playground
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Theresa R

July 30, 2022

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We rented a shelter to celebrate our daughter's Birthday. It was perfect! The area was clean, easy to find, and peaceful. We went down to the beach for awhile which was nice. Would've liked having some shelter closer, and a ramp to access the beach, but it was manageable. Overall we really enjoyed our visit!

Location Oak Grove Picnic Area

Address:
Saylorville Lake Administration Office
Johnston, IA, 50131
United States

Highway access

Oak Grove Picnic Area is accessible via HWY 415, which connects to major roads in the region. The picnic area is located approximately 3.4 miles west of Ankeny, allowing for easy access from nearby urban areas.

Latitude & Longitude: 41.7389 / -93.6847

Elevation: 295 feet

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Policies & Rules

General

  • Special Event Permits are required for inflatable bounce houses and water features. Special Event Permits may be required for events that may impact nearby shelters, are open to the public, wedding events, company picnics etc. Please contact the Saylorville Lake Administration Office at 515-276-4656 to inquire.
  • Shelters may be reserved up to 4 days in advance. If shelters are not reserved, they are available free of charge on a first come, first served basis.
  • Playgrounds and restrooms near shelters are open to the public. Reservations apply only to picnic shelters not other amenities.
  • Click here for more information.
  • Click here for a virtual tour of the Saylorville Lake area.
  • PICNIC AREA HOURS:Month of April 7am to 8pm.May through Labor Day 7am to 9pm .The day after Labor Day through October 7am to 8pm.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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