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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. 

Location

Chinkapin is located just a few miles Southeast of Columbus Junction, IA.  The area is relatively flat on top with a steep bluff stretching down to the river valley below.  There is a 2-mile segment of the Hoover Nature Trail at the base of the bluff for walking or biking and a nice wetland area for hunting or nature appreciation. 

Features

• Shelter (available to rent)
• Restrooms
• Playground
• Scenic overlook
• Picnic tables & grills
• Electricity and water
• Accessible Hunting Blind

Operating Hours & Seasons

Park is open all year, including holidays from 6:30 am - 10:30 pm