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Horseshoe Bluff loop from Mines of Spain State Recreation Area

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United States
Iowa
Dubuque County

Horseshoe Bluff loop from Mines of Spain State Recreation Area

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(9843)

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Horseshoe Bluff loop from Mines of Spain State Recreation Area

01:46

6.47km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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2.39 km

Horseshoe Bluff Interpretive Area

Highlight • Gorge

This is a good place to take a break. The main trail is a 1.5-mile loop that takes you to the top of the bluffs for panoramic views of the …

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2.76 km

Horseshoe Bluff

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Horseshoe Bluff is a viewpoint close to the town of Dubuque. It is located along the trail of the same name and offers picturesque views of the Mississippi and the impressive limestone cliffs.

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5.22 km

The trails wind through rolling hills, dense forests, and along the Mississippi River, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

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6.47 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.80 km

2.29 km

1.38 km

Surfaces

2.30 km

2.16 km

1.36 km

572 m

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