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Cherry Glen Access

Cherry Glen Day Use provides access to Saylorville Lake with a boat ramp, picnic areas with 6 reservable shelters, and playground facilities on a scenic 13-acre wooded ridge.

The paved boat ramp is open year-round (with limited winter road maintenance) and closes at 10 p. m. from April 15 to October 15; day-use fees apply April through September ($5/day or $40 annual pass).

The area offers convenient access to the 24-mile paved Neal Smith Trail for biking and hiking, plus nearby fishing and water sports opportunities.


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