Maquoketa Caves State Park
10970 98th St, Maquoketa, IA 52060
370 acres · 6 miles of trails
In Maquoketa, Iowa, the park's 13 caves draw explorers, but leashed dogs stick to shaded trails around the bluffs. Water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans are provided. Leave dogs outside caves to protect bats.
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- Park
- Maquoketa Caves State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Maquoketa, Iowa
- Coordinates
- 42.1219, -90.7717
- Size
- 370 acres
- Trail miles
- 6
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (3,210 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
- · ★ 4.8 from 3,210 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 370 acres of room
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Dog policy
Iowa's most concentrated cave system — 13 caves. Leashed dogs on trails (NOT inside caves due to bat protection).
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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