Gitchie Manitou State Preserve, Nature reserve in Sioux Township, Iowa, US.
The preserve spans 91 acres of land, featuring wooded areas, open spaces, and pink-colored quartzite outcrops in northwestern Iowa near South Dakota.
Iowa acquired 47.5 acres in 1916 for quarrying purposes before the land transferred to the Board of Conservation for environmental protection.
The name derives from Anishinaabe tradition, referring to Gichi-Manidoo, which translates to 'Great Spirit' in their native language.
The Department of Natural Resources manages this space, allowing visitors to explore hiking trails and observe wildlife from 4:00 AM until 10:30 PM daily.
The site contains the oldest exposed rock formations in Iowa, consisting of Sioux quartzite dating back approximately 1.6 billion years.
Location: Sioux Township
Operator: DNR - Wildlife
Address: 52141, Adams Ave, Larchwood, IA 51241, USA 51241 Larchwood 51241 Larchwood
Opening Hours: Lunedì-Domenica 04:00-22:30
Phone: +15157258200
Website: https://iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/State-Preserves
GPS coordinates: 43.49574,-96.59289
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:59
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