Lacey-Keosauqua State Park, State park in Van Buren County, United States.
Description
Lacey-Keosauqua State Park is a natural area with about 1,653 acres of oak-hickory forest in southeastern Iowa along the Des Moines River. The park offers hiking trails through hills and valleys with various lodging options and campsites.
History
The park was established in 1921 and contains limestone structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. These buildings are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Culture
The park contains nineteen Native American burial mounds built by the Woodland Culture, positioned on elevated ground overlooking the Des Moines River. These ancient burial sites show how indigenous people had inhabited this region for centuries.
Practical
The park offers six modern family cabins and about 65 campsites equipped with restrooms, showers, and electrical connections. Visitors should reserve in advance, especially during peak season, to secure a spot.
Did you know?
The site served as a river crossing for Mormon settlers during their westward migration in the mid-nineteenth century. Many migrants crossed the Des Moines River at this location on their journey west.
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