Bellevue State Park
24668 US-52, Bellevue, IA 52031
770 acres · 6 miles of trails
Bellevue State Park in Bellevue, Iowa, rises on Mississippi bluffs with trails and scenic overlooks for leashed dogs, near the Garden Sanctuary butterfly garden. Shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans are provided. Overlooks offer great views.
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- Park
- Bellevue State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Bellevue, Iowa
- Coordinates
- 42.2392, -90.4267
- Size
- 770 acres
- Trail miles
- 6
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (640 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 640 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 770 acres of room
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Dog policy
Mississippi River bluff state park — Garden Sanctuary butterfly garden. Leashed dogs on trails + scenic overlooks.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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