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Horseshoe Bluff offers great views of the Mississippi River and large limestone cliffs. Mines of Spain is home to many wildlife species from birds to white tail deer.
Once you park your car, go up the wooden stairs to the trail. From here you can go either way, as it is a loop trail. I would suggest starting to the left.
Once you take the left at the top of the stairs, continue along the trail and around the corner. Soon the trail will begin to get steeper. As the trail begins to crest the bluff, you will see a viewing area on the right.
From the first viewing area you can look south, down the quarry. This is the iconic Horseshoe Bluff point-of-view. After taking in the view, go down to the second viewpoint to look at the rest of the park and the Mississippi River.
After the viewpoints, make your way down into the valley and through the quarry. Be careful of the cliff sides; make sure you have a good footing. The trail will continue to exit the cliff area, and into a forest.
The trail will turn to the right around some small ponds. The trail will come to a fork. If you go to the left, it will take you to the parking lot. If you go to the right, it will take you to the top of the stairs from where you started.
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Hike the Horseshoe Bluff Trail
Definitely would do again. Was not too crowded but everyone was very friendly! Absolutely stunning in the fall
Hike the Horseshoe Bluff Trail
Such a pretty park and all free! This was a very scenic and easy hike! Would totally recommend.
Hike the Horseshoe Bluff Trail
Great placed to do a little climbing and hike!
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