Harpers Ferry

Little Bear and Great Bear Mound Group to Twin Views and Eagle Rock Loop is a 2.8 mile loop hike that is good for all skill levels located near Harpers Ferry, Iowa.

Little Bear, Great Bear, Twin View and Third Scenic View is a 3.5 mile out and back hike that takes you by a river located near Marquette, Iowa.

To get to Effigy Mounds National Monument travel to the town of Marquette, Iowa. If you drive north of town about three miles, the road will curve to the left, and the park entrance will be on the right.  After you park, you may take a stop in the Visitor Center to grab a map or any souvenirs. From the Visitor Center, follow the deck to the left side of the building to the bridge.  Once you c...

Founders Pond and Nezekaw Point Overlook is a 2 mile out and back trail that is good for all skill levels located near Harpers Ferry, Iowa.

Effigy Mounds provides some of the best hiking opportunities in Iowa. It is located in the state’s northeastern most county, Allamakee County, along the Mississippi River. There are several units, the most notable being the north unit, located right next to the visitor center, and the south unit, which is located a little further down the road. The south unit is less used and less popular, but...

Marching Bear Group and Founder's Pond Overlook is a 4.8 mile out and back hike that is good for all skill levels located near Harpers Ferry, Iowa.

Yellow River Paint Creek Loop Trail is a 6.8 mile loop hike that takes you past great forest setting located near Harpers Ferry, Iowa.

Heffern's Hill Loop is a 2.2 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Harpers Ferry, Iowa.

Larkin Valley and Paint Creek Loop Trail is a 5.1 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Harpers Ferry, Iowa.