Blackhawk Wildlife Area

Hiking the trails at Blackhawk
Hiking the trails at Blackhawk
Hiking the trails at Blackhawk
Hiking the trails at Blackhawk
Enjoying the view at an overlook


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.


Location

This area is located 3 miles west of Maquoketa on Highway 64, then 2 miles north on 138th Avenue.

Google Map Location

PARK CONTACT INFORMATION:
Jackson County Conservation
18670 63rd Street
Maquoketa, IA 52060
(563) 652-3783

 conservation@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov




Features

  • 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



Operating Hours & Seasons

Open daily 4:00 A.M. - 10:30 P.M.