Best parks near Maquoketa

7 parks · 7 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near Maquoketa, Iowa — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 7 of 7 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Maquoketa Caves State Park
#1 Maquoketa Caves State Park
4.2 mi away
Maquoketa Caves State Park in the state of Iowa is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The park is home to a variety of caves, rock formations, and…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Bellevue State Park
#2 Bellevue State Park
16.5 mi away
Bellevue State Park is a popular destination in the state of Illinois, located on the banks of the Mississippi River. The park is known for its beautiful natural scenery, stunning…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Horseshoe Pond County Park
#3 Horseshoe Pond County Park
4.6 mi away
Horseshoe Pond County Park is a beautiful park located in the state of Iowa. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and families looking for a fun day out…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Joinerville County Park
#4 Joinerville County Park
4.9 mi away
Joinerville County Park, located in Van Buren County, Iowa, is a hidden gem known for its serene woodland scenery, diverse wildlife, and dark sky stargazing opportunities. Open…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Union Centre County Park
#5 Union Centre County Park
8.5 mi away
Union Centre County Park is a picturesque park located in the state of Iowa. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, this park offers numerous attractions and activities for…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Mill Rock School County Park
#6 Mill Rock School County Park
8.7 mi away
Unfortunately, as an AI language model, I don't have access to the internet to verify the accuracy of information across multiple independent sources. However, I can give you a…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Duck Creek County Park
#7 Duck Creek County Park
17.0 mi away
Duck Creek County Park is a beautiful park located in the state of Illinois. There are many good reasons to visit this park, including the stunning scenery, variety of outdoor…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated

Parks near Maquoketa

The Maquoketa area has 12 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near Maquoketa

How are these parks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

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