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Mines of Spain Recreation Area


Mines of Spain Recreation Area
8991 Bellevue Heights
Dubuque, IA 52003-9214
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Top-Rated Nearby Hotels
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Heartland Inn Dubuque South $77 0.4 mi 0.6 km 4 of 5 stars
Days Inn Dubuque $67 2.1 mi 3.3 km 3 of 5 stars
Julien Inn $89 2.5 mi 4.0 km 3 of 5 stars
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark $109 2.5 mi 4.1 km 3 of 5 stars
Hampton Inn Dubuque $109 3.4 mi 5.5 km 4 of 5 stars
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Top-Rated Nearby Restaurants
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Taiko Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar 0.4 mi 0.6 km 3.5 of 5 stars
Marios 3.1 mi 5.0 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Vinny Vanucchi's 12.5 mi 20.2 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Top-Rated Nearby Things to Do
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The Busted Lift 2.4 mi 3.9 km 4 of 5 stars
Fenelon Place Elevator Co. 2.5 mi 4.0 km 4 of 5 stars
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium 2.5 mi 4.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 10 attractions in Dubuque
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Attraction type: Nature reserve, Park
Activities: Birdwatching
Address: 8991 Bellevue Heights Dubuque, IA 52003-9214
Tel: 563-556-0620

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“Soak up the Beauty of the Mississippi Views”
5 of 5 stars
Spiderpig41
Lancashire England
Dec 11, 2008

On a weekend visit to Galena, we had planned to do a little hiking over the trails in Iowa. After the snow fall we made our way to the parking area at Catfish Creek. From here it is a half mile climb to the top where Julien Dubuque and Chief Peosta's monuments are. I must say the views were magnificient... more

“A fun place to observe nature, hike, and appreciate Dubuque's beauty.”
5 of 5 stars
shawnaanne419
chicago
Feb 11, 2008

Very beautiful place, awesome view of the Mississippi. You almost want to get lost on the trail, seeking many adventures such as climbing up hill sides & cliffs. Also you can see Julien Dubuques grave. Definatly suggest going there! more

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8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA 52003-9214
Tel: 563-556-0620