Backbone State Park Trail
A 21-mile trail system through Iowa's oldest state park in the driftless region with the Maquoketa River, limestone bluffs, caves, and backcountry camping.
Route overview
- Region
- Iowa, United States
- Distance
- 21 miles
- Elevation gain
- 2,200 feet
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Recommended duration
- 2 days
- Route type
- Loop
No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.
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