McIntosh Woods State Park re-opens after derecho cleanup

VENTURA — McIntosh Woods State Park near Ventura opened once again over the weekend after the July 29th derecho that caused significant damage at the park.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says the campground, boat ramp and fish cleaning station are now all open for public use. Park staff says while roads are clear and passable, large piles of tree debris will be addressed in a second phase of clean-up.

Additionally, visitors are asked to avoid areas of bare soil where trees were uprooted as grass is being re-established.