Lizard Mound State Park

Discover ancient effigy mounds at this serene park open daily until 11 PM

4.5· 136 reviewsHours

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Lizard Mound State Park offers visitors a unique opportunity to connect with ancient history and nature. Explore the well-preserved effigy mounds, silent testaments to Native American culture, nestled within a tranquil landscape. The park features short, easy trails that wind through scenic natural surroundings, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Observe local flora like wildflowers and milkweed, and keep an eye out for butterflies, enhancing your outdoor escape. With picnic tables available, it's an ideal spot for a peaceful picnic or a quiet moment of reflection amidst historical and natural beauty. This experience combines education with relaxation, making it a perfect quick getaway.

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Lori Atwell
5.0·8 months ago

Very nice trail thru the historic mounds.

Jim Maaske
5.0·6 years ago

This was a beautiful walk through nature, and a wonderful history lesson. As kids we saw several mounds across the midwest. These were great examples of ancient Native American culture! Thank you for preserving this so well!

Lee Harmon
4.0·a year ago

It was ok. Definitely not worth the long drive. Parking lot is small. Very peaceful area to be in. Don't plan your whole day here. I was only here for 30 minutes max. There's picnic tables, short trails. Plan on visiting other parks on your route.

Andrea Wenzel
4.0·a year ago

Nice park for a slow and easy walk. We enjoyed the butterflies, wildflowers, and looking at the milkweed. There were some hornet's at the interpretive center in some of the educational signs.

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    • Mon – Sun6:00 AM – 11:00 PM

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