Hidden in the rolling hills of Jackson County, St. Donatus Catholic Church is a remarkable piece of Iowa’s Luxembourg heritage and one of the state’s most unique church destinations. With its historic stone walls, rich traditions, and connections to one of the oldest outdoor Way of the Cross sites in the United States, this rural…
Did you know that Maquoketa Caves State Park has more free caves to explore than any other state park in the United States? Yes, 13 total caves that are completely free to explore. Where is Maquoketa Caves State Park? Address: 9688 Caves Rd. Maquoketa, IA 52060 How much does it cost to explore the caves at…
Nestled in the hills behind the St. Donatus Catholic Church in St. Donatus, Iowa is the oldest outdoor Way of the Cross in the United States. It was constructed in 1861 and symbolizes Christ’s journey to his crucifixion. It is a simple mowed path that passes fourteen stations on an approximate half-mile path that leads…
Maquoketa Caves State Park is one of Iowa’s most popular state parks, with up to 300,000 visitors each year. It also happens to be the state park that I have personally visited the most. However, I’ve only visited during spring, summer, and fall – until I had a chance to visit during the winter after…