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Horseshoe Bluff Nature Trail in Mines of Spain State Recreation Area
The Horseshoe Bluff Nature Trail is a well-loved route offering views of towering limestone cliffs, a historic quarry, and the Mississippi River valley. Along its winding path, hikers can see three bluff levels and explore small ponds and a diverse forested landscape that changes beautifully across seasons. This moderate trail appeals to photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, and nature lovers for its panoramic vistas, birding opportunities, and scenic diversity that showcases the unique geology and natural beauty of Iowa’s Driftless Area. #Hiking #Loop #Rock #River #Forest #Nature
- Distance: 1.5 Km
- Elevation gain: 35 m
- Maximum elevation: 213 m
- Elevation loss: 38 m
- Minimum elevation: 189 m
- Moving time: 23 m 26 s
- Moving speed: 3.9 Km/h
- Maximum speed: 6.8 Km/h
- Total time: 28 m 23 s
- Global speed: 3.2 Km/h
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Trail profile
- Distance: 1.5 Km
- Elevation gain: 35 m
- Maximum elevation: 213 m
- Elevation loss: 38 m
- Minimum elevation: 189 m
- Moving time: 23 m 26 s
- Moving speed: 3.9 Km/h
- Maximum speed: 6.8 Km/h
- Total time: 28 m 23 s
- Global speed: 3.2 Km/h
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About this trail
Name: Horseshoe Bluff Nature Trail in Mines of Spain State Recreation Area trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
End: Mines of Spain Road, Cattese, Dubuque County, Iowa, 61025, United States (42.46127 -90.63623)
Coordinates: 42.46031 -90.63810 42.46402 -90.63228
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