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Horseshoe Bluff loop from Julien Dubuque Monument

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Horseshoe Bluff loop from Julien Dubuque Monument

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Horseshoe Bluff loop from Julien Dubuque Monument

02:17

18.4km

310m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 27, 2026

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Parking

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6.18 km

Horseshoe Bluff Interpretive Area

Highlight • Gorge

This is a good place to take a break. The main trail is a 1.5-mile loop that takes you to the top of the bluffs for panoramic views of the …

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6.54 km

Horseshoe Bluff

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Horseshoe Bluff is a viewpoint close to the town of Dubuque. It is located along the trail of the same name and offers picturesque views of the Mississippi and the impressive limestone cliffs.

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8.39 km

Mines of Spain State Recreation Area

Highlight • Trail

The trails wind through rolling hills, dense forests, and along the Mississippi River, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

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9.84 km

Viewpoint

18.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.69 km

7.78 km

597 m

315 m

Surfaces

9.67 km

6.01 km

2.02 km

689 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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