Carlson Recreation Area Access
Carlson Recreation Area Access
Carlson Recreation Area is a 126-acre Webster County Conservation Board property located 6 miles southeast of Dayton along the Des Moines River, offering hunting, birding, wildlife photography, and fishing opportunities in a wilderness setting.
The area provides access to the lower Des Moines River corridor in a remote, natural environment with minimal development, making it suitable for paddlers seeking a peaceful wilderness water trail experience.
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