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Dispersed

Matsell Bridge Natural Area

Central City, IA

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This is a dispersed-camping point on public land. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and access change seasonally. Verify with the managing agency before traveling.

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Managed by Dispersed/Primitive

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  • Address:Central City, IA
We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this campground using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: May 22, 2026. Our copy is more than a month old — please reconfirm with the agency before relying on it.Spot an error in our data?

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Amenities

Firewood
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Within ~30 miles

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