A GOOD REASON TO GO
Sacred earthworks & Mississippi bluffs
Woodland paths connect overlooks and earthworks built by Indigenous communities. Some mounds take animal forms; the setting invites thoughtful walking and attention to a living cultural legacy.
NPS Photo
What to explore
- Visitor-center interpretation
- North Unit mound trails
- Mississippi River overlooks
Before you go
Treat the mounds as sacred places. Trails climb from the visitor-center area and can be slippery after rain.
Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.
Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.