Are boat motors allowed on Central Park Lake?
You can have a motor on your boat but are not allowed to use gas motors on the lake. Simply tilt your motor up. Trolling motors are allowed. What kinds of fish are found in Central Park Lake? We have largemouth bass, bluegill, green sunfish, crappie, channel catfish, and grass carp. Is alcohol allowed in the park? Yes, alcohol is allowed in the park. Kegs are not allowed. Please note that alcohol is prohibited from the beach area and nature center. Do you have lifeguards at the beach area? No, we do not have lifeguards. Our beach area is “swim at your own risk”. Our beach is monitored weekly for bacteria during the summer season and bacteria counts are posted at the beach. Alcohol, glass bottles, foul language, and pets are not allowed on the beach. A complete set of beach rules is posted at the beach. How do I reserve the shelter or cabins? Contact the Jones County Conservation Departments Administrative Office at (563)487-3541. Reservations for any particular year begin on the first
