Buffalo Shores

Entrance sign to Buffalo Shores Access Area.
The shore of the Mississippi River at Buffalo Shores Beach.
One of the 65 campsites at Buffalo Shores. Great for RV's.
The playground set for children at Buffalo Shores.

Buffalo Shores is a twenty-five-acre recreation area located off of State Highway 22, just downstream from Buffalo, Iowa, on the Mississippi River. A double boat ramp, free beach, ample parking, toilets, water, and picnicking are available in the park's day-use area. In addition, overnight camping is offered at the 65-site campground, which provides 50-amp electrical service, water, concrete patios, beachfront sites, a modern shower house, a playground, and a dump station.

Free beach, boat ramp, picnicking in day-use area.

Open April through October: 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Note: The Park is closed 10:30 PM - 6:00 AM

Buffalo Shores
1433 W Front St
Buffalo, Iowa 52728
(563) 328-3281

Features

Flyer advertising the event.
Saturday, April 19, 2025 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

9:00am - Noon

Join the Friends of the Wapsi Center and Wapsi River Center Staff for a celebration of Earth Day. The workday will focus on habitat clean-up, trail work, and campus beautification. There will be work for people of all ages and abilities. Please bring a water bottle, appropriate clothing, and work gloves. 

Light refreshments will be provided by Friends of the Wapsi Center.

If you plan on attending, please register online: Volunteer.

Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Part-time) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time. (16 days remain)
Glynns Creek Golf course welcome sign.
Monday, March 17, 2025 - 12:00pm

Glynns Creek Golf Course is now open for the season (weather permitting).  For more information and Tee times, please call.

Flyer advertising the event.
Saturday, May 10, 2025 - 6:00pm

Come learn about the frogs and toads of Iowa and experience the sounds of the season in search of these amphibians which inhabit the Wapsi River Center

Online registration is required. Click link to go to our website to register: Frog & Toad Chorus

Flyer advertising the event.
Saturday, May 4, 2024 - 3:00pm

Join Naturalist Mike for a lesson on spring woodland wildflowers at the Wapsi River Center. Mayapple, bloodroot, and hepatica are just some of the many wonderful wildflowers to discover. Please wear sturdy waterproof shoes for this woodland adventure.

Online registration is required. Click link to go to our website to register: Wildflower Hike

Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:15pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $12.00 to $14.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:15pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:15pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $14.00 to $16.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $16.00 to $18.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time.
Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position: 

Conservation Department (Seasonal) $25.00 to $27.00 per hour

Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 4:30pm Central Time.