Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground
About this site
Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground is located in eastern Iowa's karst region, 15 minutes west of Maquoketa. The campground features approximately 35 sites available for tents and RVs, with 25 sites offering electric hookups. Additional site options include walk-in tent sites, youth group sites, and picnic shelters. The park is known for direct trail access to 16 limestone caves, including the cathedral-like Dancehall Cave, Hernado's Hideaway, and Shinbone Cave. Notable landmarks include the Natural Bridge standing 50 feet above Raccoon Creek and the 17-ton Balanced Rock. An interpretive center provides information about cave geology, park history, and White Nose Syndrome affecting local bat populations. Historic CCC-era picnic shelters from the 1930s, a playground, and modern restroom facilities with showers are available. The park features six miles of hiking trails over rough terrain. All campsites require advance reservations, available from April to October, with most sites reservable up to three months in advance.
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
- Hike-in access
Amenities
- Toilets
- Showers
- Pet Friendly
- Clean Water
- Trash
Contact
Location
42.117906, -90.778786
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