Blackhawk Wildlife Area

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Discover Blackhawk Wildlife Area in Maquoketa

This 180-acre public hunting area along the South Fork of the Maquoketa River was purchased in 4 different parcels, including a former Boy Scout camp and YMCA camp. This area contains a system of trails for hiking and is also open for equestrian use June through August.

  • hiking trails (2 miles of trail; mowing is limited on steep slopes)
  • public hunting
  • equestrian use (June-August)
  • bird watching

Click here to view a video about the park