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Delaware County is a nonmetropolitan county located in northeast Iowa. Delaware County is composed of 12 incorporated communities and their surrounding rural areas. As of 2000, the population was 18,404. The Delaware county seat is located in Manchester, Iowa.
Delaware County is a nonmetropolitan county located in northeast Iowa. The Delaware County seat is located in Manchester, Iowa. Delaware County is composed of 12 incorporated communities and their surrounding rural areas.
As of 2000, the population was 18,404. As of the census of 2000, the population density was 32 people per square mile. There were 7,682 housing units at an average density of 13 per square mile. Website - Delaware County Economic Development Communities
Pride Park Dundee: To reserve the City Park, contact the Dundee City Clerk at (563) 924-2900 - $30 reservation fee Dundee City Park
Manchester: To reserve a City Park, contact the City of Manchester Parks and Recreation Department at Phone number: (563) 927-3636
Baum Park, Central Park, Denton Park, Riverfront Park and Gazebo, Schram Park, Seibert Park, Tirrill Park
Ryan: To reserve the city park, contact the City of Ryan at (563) 932-2051. There is no charge. Ryan City Park
Churches and Cemeteries Each of the communities in Delaware County, Iowa invite you to come and worship at the church of your choice.
Click here for a listing of all our churches. If you are interested in history or genealogy, we have also created a listing of all or our cemeteries.
Golf Courses
One of the many great activities awaiting you when you plan your next trip to Delaware County, Iowa is a wide range of enjoyable golfing opportunities. The area features a superb selection of golf courses that are both challenging and scenic. These golf courses make our area a wonderful golf getaway destination. Click here for a listing of local golf courses with location information and websites where applicable.
Manchester Golf Club South of Highway 20 - Exit 277
Manchester, IA 52057
Phone number: (563) 927-4155
This quality public golf course was established in 1927 on the south edge of Manchester, Iowa. In 2001, the course was expanded to 18 holes and all facilities were remodeled. The fully renovated Clubhouse features a Restaurant, Lounge, Pro Shop and Game Room including a "Full Swing" Golf Simulator.
The Pro Shop, 563-927-4155, provides information on daily green and cart fees and tee time reservations.
Woods Edge Golf Course 504 W. Union Street Edgewood, IA 52042
Phone number: (563) 928-6668
Woods Edge is a 9-hole course open to the public daily. The course features the Bixby Room Reception Hall, which is available for all occasions, and the Woodchuck’s Lounge, a full service bar and short order restaurant.
The thirty-six bunker golf course has watered fairways and is professionally managed and maintained.
The pro shop provides a wonderful selection of golf equipment and merchandise to help you tame one of northeast Iowa’s finest golf courses. Season passes, green fees and cart rental information can be obtained by calling the club house.
Hart Ridge Golf Course 1647-195th Street(1 mile northwest of Manchester - just past the Quaker Mill Dam)
Phone number: (563) 927-5494
This 9-hole public golf course also has a driving range to warm-up before you hit the links. The club house is open to non-golfers who would like to enjoy a refreshment while they wait for their family or friends to finish their round. Season passes, green fees and driving range information is available by calling the club house.
Backbone Golf and Country Club is located near the north entrance of Backbone State Park just a short drive from Strawberry Point. This recently remodeled course provides 9 holes of challenging golf with the tree line of Backbone State Park bordering it to the east and south. While this course was built in the late 1960's, recent improvements have not only accented the beauty of its rolling fairways but also the challenges that face occasional and avid players alike. Backbone Golf and Country Club is a Semiprivate golf facility, with a guest policy of "Open."For more information call (563) 933-4545
Lone Pine Golf & Country Club
405 Country Club Blvd. Colesburg, IA 52035
Phone number: (563) 856-3445
This beautifully manicured 9-hole course has watered fairways and offers weekend golfers a tasty breakfast before they head to the course. Lone Pine also has a restaurant which features a full menu or buffet year round. Call the country club for membership and green fees information.
Hospitals and Health Care Regional Medical Center
709 West Main Street Manchester, IA 52057
Phone number: (563) 927-3232
Libraries are much more than just a place to check out books. They offer programs and services for everyone in the community. Click here for a listing of libraries in Delaware County
Manchester Public Library
300 N Franklin Street Manchester, Iowa 52057
Phone number: (563) 927-3719
Colesburg Public Library
220 Main Street Colesburg, Iowa 52035
Phone number/ Fax: (563) 856-5800
316 A Franklin Street PO Box 233 Delhi, Iowa 52223
Phone/FAX: (563) 922-2037
Ruth Suckow Memorial Library
138 Northern Ave Earlville Iowa 52041
Phone number: (563) 923-5235
203 West Union PO Box 339 Edgewood, Iowa 52042
Phone/FAX: (563) 928-6242
Hopkinton Public Library
110 First Street SE PO Box 220 Hopkinton, Iowa 52237 - 0220
Phone number: (563) 926-2514
Below are just a few ways to fill your leisure time in Delaware County.
Additional resources are also listed for your convenience.
Hopkinton HOPES
Schools, Colleges, Training
We are very proud of our schools and educational facilities in Delaware County.