Parks & Recreation

The mission of the Cherokee Parks Department is to protect, enhance and expand the City's parks, open spaces and environmental feature to improve the community's health, environment, appearance, image, character, economy and overall quality of life.

Parks

Koser Spring Lake Park, located along Hwy 59 adjacent to the Little Sioux River, features 40 camping spaces with full-hookups, shower and restroom facilities, an asphalt walking trail and fishing.  Also included within Koser Spring Lake Park is the new Yacht Club community building. Gillette Park, which is the home of the new Bacon Aquatic Center, has been newly renovated and includes a walking path, open shelter and fantastic playground area. For more information about these parks, see the Parks and Camping page.

Recreation

The Cherokee Recreation Department strives to offer programs for all ages and abilities. Some of the programs offered are youth soccer, junior basketball, youth tennis camp, adult softball leagues, adult basketball league, and women's and co-ed volleyball. Swimming lessons are offered in the summer, and the Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track meet is a popular event held in late April or early May. We also offer fun activities for our seniors through the The Good Times Place Senior Center. For more information on current offerings call us at 712-225-2715. 

The Cherokee Community Center has room available for rent for all types of events. For more information, see the Community Center page.