Chinkapin Bluffs Recreation Area

Louisa County, IA

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Discover Chinkapin Bluffs Recreation Area in Columbus Junction

This 498 acre park is the perfect place for a picnic or party.  Rent the shelter, play on the playground, hike the trail and take the time to sneak a peak of the Iowa River valley from the overlook deck. Chinkapin Bluffs contains a 2-mile (one-way) segment of the Hoover Nature Trail.

View a video created by KCII news about the Hoover Nature Trail at Chinkapin Bluffs.

Chinkapin is a great place to view woodland wildflowers or hunt the morel mushroom.  Hunting is allowed.  Species of interest include: deer, turkey, squirrel, rabbit and pheasant. An accessible hunting blind is available for use. Contact LCC for accessible permit information. 

Features Available at Various Facilities

  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Fireplace
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Table
  • Refuse cans
  • Restroom
  • Shelter (available to rent)
  • Restrooms
  • Playground
  • Scenic overlook
  • Picnic tables & grills
  • Electricity and water
  • Accessible Hunting Blind

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