What to Do | Nature & Outdoors

Don't be a spectator; jump right in and engage in the beautiful scenery around Dubuque! Each season has something unique to offer. Enjoy the river, parks, and countryside by boating, hiking, biking, and running in the warmer months; watch the colors turn while sailing down the mighty Mississippi or spend a winter day sharpening your ice skates at a local rink. Two ski and snowboarding resorts provide adventure on the slopes during the coldest time of year.

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BANKSTON PARK

16000 Bankston Park Road | Holy Cross, IA 52053 | 563.556.6745

Picnic facilities, pavilions available, restrooms & camping.

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FILLMORE RECREATION AREA

21655 Hwy 151 | Cascade, IA 52033 | 563.852.3377

Picnic facilities, pavilions available, concessions, restrooms & camping.

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FINLEY'S LANDING

24709 Finley's Landing Rd. | Sherrill, IA 52073 | 563.552.1571

Picnic facilities, pavilions available, restrooms, nature trails, camping & view/access of Mississippi.

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GRAF PARK

Graf Road | Graf, IA | 563.556.6745

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HERITAGE TRAIL

13768 Swiss Valley Road | Peosta, IA 52068 | 563.556.6745

Enjoy the peaceful surroundings! This multi-use area is for hiking, biking, running, jogging, cross-country skiing or snowmobiling on the trail. Trail is up to 26 miles long and is perfect for beginners because there are not many hills. Call ahead for trail conditions.

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MUD LAKE PARK

Highway 52 North (6 miles North of Dubuque) | 563.556.9799

Located at the end of Mud Lake Road, six miles north of Dubuque. Small backwater of the Mississippi, but nice camp site next to the put-in ramp.

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NELSON DEWEY STATE PARK

| Cassville , WI | 608.725.5374

Nelson Dewey State Park, once part of Nelson Dewey's estate, is located one mile north of Cassville. The park includes campsites, shelters, hiking trails, picnic areas, restrooms, and showers. With the Mississippi River stretching lazily below, and the Iowa bluffs in the distance, the summit of park drive offers a breathtaking scene. Contact (608)725-5210 for more information.

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NEW WINE PARK

16001 New Wine Park Lane | New Vienna, IA 52065 | 563.556.6745

Picnic facilities, pavilions available, restrooms, nature trails & camping.

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SWISS VALLEY NATURE PRESERVE & NATURE CENTER

13606 Swiss Valley Road | Peosta, IA 52068 | 563.556.6745

The Swiss Valley Nature Preserve and Center is located one mile from the park. This 476 acre preserve features an interpretive center, hiking trails and trout fishing. The Swiss Valley Nature Preserve is a very popular cross country skiing destination. We have 4 miles of groomed ski trails.

 

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