Yellow River Boardwalk Trail loop from Effigy Mounds National Monument

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United States

Iowa

Allamakee County

Yellow River Boardwalk Trail loop from Effigy Mounds National Monument

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Yellow River Boardwalk Trail loop from Effigy Mounds National Monument

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2.08km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

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365 m

Effigy Mounds National Monument Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

The visitor center is a great place to begin your exploration of Effigy Mounds National Park. There is an exhibit that describes the natural and human history of the area. …

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Yellow River Boardwalk Trail

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The Yellow River Boardwalk Trail leads down the hill from the Effigy Mounds National Monument visitor center, through a tunnel under State Highway 76, through a riparian wetland, and onto …

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2.08 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.56 km

286 m

160 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.20 km

453 m

157 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Wednesday 14 October

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Comments

November 19, 2024,Hike over Yellow River Bridge at Effigy Mounds NM 2024-11-19

The Yellow River Boardwalk Trail leads down the hill from the Effigy Mounds National Monument visitor center, through a tunnel under State Highway 76, through a riparian wetland, and onto a bridge that crosses the Yellow River. There are lovely views of the confluence of the Yellow River with the Mississippi River, and wildlife viewing is good as well. While …