Sports, Recreation, & Trails

1601 8th Ave N
Denison, IA 51442

The Crawford County YMCAis a premier recreation and wellness facility in Denison offering something for all ages. The center features the state-of-the-art Monogram Fieldhouse, a full-sized indoor turf field perfect for sports, practices, and community events. Visitors can also enjoy a fitness center, walking trail, gym courts, fitness classes, event and meeting spaces, and year-round recreational opportunities focused on health, wellness, and community connection.

Main St/8th St
Manilla, IA 51454

Denison, IA 51442

The Wheels to Heels Trail is a scenic paved recreation trail connecting Denison to Yellow Smoke Park. Stretching nearly four miles through rolling hills, wooded areas, and open countryside, the trail offers a peaceful setting for walking, running, and biking. Along the route, visitors can access Yellow Smoke Park’s lake, camping, fishing, swimming, and picnic areas, making it one of Crawford County’s premier outdoor recreation destinations.

Trail access and parking: Parking is available at the northwestern end of the loop in Denison, at the trailhead at the end of 6th Avenue. Additional parking and restroom facilities are available in Yellow Smoke Park, located at 2237 Yellow Smoke Road, just north from Highway 30.

Nelson Park
1450 Nelson Park Rd
Dow City, IA 51528

One and a half miles of hiking trails wind their way through the densely timbered hillsides allowing hidden views of deep ravines and cautious wildlife.

2505 Boulder Dr
Denison, IA 51442

Majestic Hills is a challenging 18-hole Championship golf course with elevation changes on almost every hole. A Par 71 from all five sets of tees, offer an opportunity for a fun and competitive round to all levels and ages of golfers 

535 IA-141
Manning, IA 51455

Manning Manilla Golf Course is a 9-hole semi-private golf course located in Western Iowa half-way between Manning and Manilla on Hwy 141.  The clubhouse is open from the 1st of April until the end of October.

904 Valley View Dr
Schleswig, IA 51461

Immersed in the serene setting of Schleswig, Iowa, the Schleswig Golf Club presents a captivating 9-hole, Par 35 course, promising an engaging challenge for all skill levels. Open from spring to autumn.

710 N 16th St.
Denison, IA 51442

The Denison Aquatic Center includes a large six-lane indoor pool, complete with easily accessible stairs. Also featured is a climate-controlled Sauna and a warm, relaxing Spa with hydro jets. A trip outside leads you to the Children's Activity Pool with a Frog Water Slide, a fountain and five bubbly Geysers. Walk across the spacious sun deck to experience two 150-foot Water Slides. The slides plunge into a roomy pool that waterfalls into our beach area which slopes down to our swimming area and diving board. Take a break from the water and enjoy the 18 hole miniature golf course or sand volleyball court. They are handicap accessible and there are always Certified Life Guards on duty.

404 N Pine Ave
Charter Oak, IA 51439

618 Birch Street
Schleswig, IA 51461

2303 4th Ave S
Denison, IA 51442

541 Main St
Manilla, IA 51454

1217 Broadway

Denison, IA 51442

1225 Broadway

Denison, Iowa 51442

509 IA-39

Denison, IA 51442

34 S 12th St #1

Denison, IA 51442

1401 Broadway Suite 2 & 3

Denison, IA 51442

2605 4th Ave S

Denison, IA 51442

1316 1st Ave N

Denison, IA 51442