Chinkapin Bluffs Recreation Area
Hike, bike, have a picnic and be sure to take time to look at the view of the Iowa River valley from the overlook.
View a brochure and trail map.

Amenities:
Scenic Overlook
Playground
Picnic Shelter – available to rent for $25
Picnic Tables & Grills
Restrooms
Electricity & Water
Reasons to Visit:
Spring wildflowers along trails; prairie demonstration plot
Trails: hiking (accessible to moderately challenging), biking (crushed limestone/flat)
Wildlife watching: forest, prairie, wetland, scenic overlook
Hunting: major – deer, turkey, squirrel, minor – rabbit, pheasant
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Location:
Southeast of Columbus Junction
14198 R Avenue, Columbus Junction, IA 52738
Size: 498 acres
Habitat: prairie, wetland, forest
Management:
Louisa County Conservation Board
lccb@lccb.org 319-523-8381