SYCAMORE NATURAL AREA
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General Description: This area is mostly open grassland planted to native prairie with a riparian buffer along the creek that runs through the property. In the middle of the area is a 5 acre fishing pond stalked with catfish, bluegill and bass. The pond is only a short hike from the parking. The parking lot is located on the east side of the area off Sycamore Road. The habitat on the area is suitable for upland game birds, deer and other wildlife that prefer a mix of grasslands and a grassland/brushy edge. Located just outside of Ottumwa this area offers city residents a chance to get out and explore a natural area with a beautiful stocked 5 acre pond.
Location: 2 miles north
of Ottumwa on
Sycamore Rd. just
south of Hwy. 163
and Ottumwa
Airport
Acres = 40
Recreational Activities: Fishing, wildlife viewing and photography, hunting
Classification: Natural Environment Area, Wildlife Area
Acquired: 2008
Our mission: To create awareness of our natural environment
by providing quality outdoor experiences. (June 1995)