LAKE PAHOJA
Lake Pahoja
Recreation Area is a 282 acre highly developed multi-use
recreation area. It offers a wide variety of activities
for all seasons.
A few of the features
at Lake Pahoja include: 6 open picnic shelters with modern
restroom facilities and drinking water available, three
playgrounds, two volleyball courts, a basketball court, and
horseshoe pits. Two enclosed lodges are also available --
each containing four to six picnic tables, a fireplace, and
outdoor pedestal grills.
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Rental Cabins at Lake Pahoja
RENTAL CABINS
Three efficiency
cabins were built in the spring of 1998 by the employees and
volunteers of the Lyon County Conservation Board. These
rustic getaways were designed to provide a camping experience in
which you do not need to pull a unit or pitch a tent. The
cabins are one room, 14' x 14' with a 9' x 18' deck. They
are designed to be accessible to persons with disabilities.
Cabins have two sets
of bunk beds . Each cabin includes electricity, sink with
cold running water, microwave, hot plate, refrigerator, table,
ceiling fan, broom and mop. Cabin renters provide all
personal items such as linens, blankets, sleeping bags, pillows,
cooking and eating utensils, etc. A picnic table and fire
ring with a grill are provided for each cabin. These
cabins are heated, but the water into the cabins in the cold
winter months of the year.
CABIN RENTAL & INFORMATION FORM
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RESERVATIONS
The enclosed lodge & cabins may be reserved in advance.
Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis
only. Reservations for the calendar year begin on January
2 and can be made by stopping in or calling the Rock Rapids
office. A reservation is confirmed when payment is
received.
SHELTER HOUSE RESERVATION FORM
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Cabins Are All Near The Recreational Trail
UPDATED FACILITIES
All of the facilities have been made handicapped accessible
along with the 1 1/3 mile asphalt hiking/biking trail along the
north shore. A 3 2/3 mile hiking trail encircles the lake
for the nature and exercise enthusiasts.
Lake Pahoja Recreation Area is open year-round and offers a
variety of recreation activities such as ice fishing, hunting,
biking, bird watching, canoeing, plus a whole lot more.
At the northeast end of the lake there is a 350' x 100' swimming
beach and an adjoining comfort station for those interested in a
little sun and fun!
A Favorite Spot to Cool Off in the Summer
FISHING & BOATING
A concrete boat ramp and wooden dock are located on the north
side of the lake. Boating is allowed on Lake Pahoja with
electric trolling motors.
Anglers can try their luck fishing for Largemouth Bass, Crappie,
Channel Catfish, Perch, Bullheads, and Bluegills. A valid
Iowa fishing license is required. The Lyon County
Conservation Board is dedicated to maintaining the fishing
quality of the lake and has established many artificial fish
habitat structures.
A fish cleaning station is also available to anglers on the
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