Mines of Spain State Recreation Area

Mines of Spain State Recreation Area

Parks Directory of the United States / State Parks / Iowa

Location: Off US 52, on the south edge of Dubuque.
Facilities: Historic sites, visitor/interpretive center, hiking trails (14 miles), ski trails (4 miles), 5 nature walks, bird and butterfly garden, observation blind, picnic facilities.
Activities: Hiking, cross-country skiing, interpretive programs, hunting, wildlife viewing.
Special Features: Rich in history, abundant wildlife, and unique plant communities, the park features the EB Lyons Interpretive Center and 600-acre Catfish Creek Preserve. It has been named a National Historic Landmark, a National Wildlife Federation Nature Area, and one of Iowa's Watchable Wildlife Areas.
Address: 8991 Bellevue Heights
Dubuque, IA 52003
Phone: 563-556-0620;
Fax: 563-556-8474;
Web: www.iowadnr.com/parks/state_park_list/mines_spain.html
Size: 1,380 acres.

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