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  • University of Iowa Wildlife Camp

    See website for more information: https://recserv.uiowa.edu/mines-spain-state-recreation-area  

  • Father’s Day

    Bring Dad out for a hike and grill out on one of our grills or picnic on a picnic table.

  • Canoe Program

    Canoe Launch 8308 Mines of Spain Road, Dubuque, IA, United States

    Paddle Catfish Creek with the Mines of Spain! Bring your own canoe/kayak, or we will have a limited amount available to use. Life jackets will be provided as well, but feel free to bring your own. Our seasonal naturalist will guide you on first time canoe and kayak basics. Bring bug repellent, water, and a […]

    free

  • Mines of Spain Trail Race

    EB Lyons Center opens at 10am, there is parking available in the original parking lot adjacent to the picnic area. Looks full, but visitors can still get in. Race is on trails starting at 7am

  • Happy Thanksgiving

    Trails are open all day. EB Lyons Center is Closed

  • Friends Appreciation Dinner

    EB Lyons Center 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, United States

    RSVP if you are a Friend of the Mines of Spain

  • Iowa State Parks Volunteer Day at Mines of Spain

    EB Lyons Center 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dubuque, IA, United States

    We need your help! On September 28th, 2019 all across the state of Iowa, Parks are hosting a Volunteer Day in preparation for 2020 or the 100th year of Iowa State Parks. Mines of Spain State Recreation Area is heavily utilized by hikers and our trails are showing the wear of the many years of […]

    Free

  • Winter Hours Start Now

    Winter hours for the EB Lyons Center will be Friday-Saturday-Sunday-Monday from 1-4pm until April 2020 closed Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday