The Jackson County Recreation Trail is built on abandoned railbed and parallels the Maquoketa River, offering breathtaking views of scenic bluffs and the eastern Iowa River valley. Nearby attractions include Maquoketa Caves State Park with its rugged hiking trails and spectacular views of geological formations to Bellevue State Park's hiking trails, butterfly gard, and Woodland Indian burial mounds.Setting: Open Spaces
Length: 3.8 miles
Surface: Crushed Stone
Trail Use: Cycling - Trails, Hiking, Jogging, X-C Skiing
Technical Difficulty: N/A
Wheelchair Access: No
Services & Amenities: Food, Parking
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