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Maquoketa Caves State Park Details . Length: The Park covers an area of 111 acres. The largest cave, Dancehall Cave, is 1100 ft in length. Time Recommended: 2 to 3 hours; Difficulty: Easy to Moderate; Kid-friendly: Yes; Dog-friendly: Allowed but must be kept on a leash; Fees: Free; Hours: 4 am to 10:30 pm ; Visiting Maquoketa Caves State Park
Maquoketa Caves State Park. 233 reviews. #1 of 12 things to do in Maquoketa. State Parks. Open now. 4:00 AM - 10:30 PM. Write a review. About. CAVES & MODERN FACILITIES CLOSED FOR THE SEASON : The caves in the park will be closed from October 15th to April 15th due to bat hibernation.
Maquoketa Caves State Park is a state park of Iowa, United States, located in Jackson County. It stands northwest of the city of Maquoketa. In 1991 111 acres (45 ha) on the east side of the park were listed as a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Maquoketa Caves State Park is Maquoketa Caves Loop, which has a 4.7 star rating from 794 reviews. This trail is 1.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 288 ft.
9688 CAVES RD Maquoketa, Iowa | Map It Storied & Scenic Visit Our Website Email Us 563.652.5833. Hike Through Caves and Scenic Overlooks. Contains more caves than any other state park. Trail system links the caves, limestone formations and scenic overlooks. Interpretive center provides geology of the cave formations and park history.
Located in eastern Iowa, Maquoketa Caves State Park is a popular destination for adventurers and nature enthusiasts. The park features a series of 13 caves which, along with the hiking trails and scenic views, make the park a must-visit spot in Iowa.
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Maquoketa Caves State Park. Photos (1,649) Directions. Print/PDF map. Share. More. Length 1.7 miElevation gain 288 ftRoute type Loop. Head out on this 1.7-mile loop trail near Maquoketa, Iowa. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 48 min to complete.
