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Top 5 Botanical & Butterfly Gardens Unique Getaways SWEET SMELL OF EASTERN IOWA
Gardens in Iowa Come watch things bloom
Sabula, Iowa, United States
Top 5 Botanical & Butterfly Gardens to Explore. Unique Getaways SWEET SMELLS OF EASTERN IOWA One stop place for a getaway for a 2 or 3 day break to relax and take in nature.
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#1. Road Trip to Bellevue State Park Butterfly Garden.
It is one of only a handful of butterfly gardens in the United States.
Bellevue, Iowa, United States
Distance from Island City Harbor 25 minutes. "This butterfly garden has been designed specifically to attract butterflies by providing nectar plants for the adults and host plants for the caterpillars. It is also being used as a teaching tool for schools as well as a research project to gather data on Iowa's butterflies. The garden is nestled in an area already rich in natural foodstuffs such as wild aster, ragweed, goldenrod, lambsquarters, daisy fleabane and milkweed. Other plant species grown in the park specifically to attract butterflies include ageratum, sweet basil, black-eyed susan, borage, chives, clover, cosmos, dames rocket, dandelion, dianthus, forget-me-nots, heliotrope, lilium, lupine, marigolds, ox-eye daisy, phlox, potentilla, giant scabiosa, spectable sedum, strawflower, verbena, wood sorrel, zinnia, coreopsis, gaillardia, coneflower, deptford pink, and rudbeckia hirta. Surrounding the garden are cottonwoods, wild cherry, hackberry and willows. All of these plants serve as host plants for the butterflies. It is one of only a handful of such gardens in the United States." Unique Floating Houseboats, Boatel, and a Cottage for overnight stays as you explore Eastern Iowa.
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Voted 10 Best from Travel Dubuque The 56 acres arboretum is the largest in the United States staffed entirely by volunteers.
EASTERN IOWA BEAUTY: #2 Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical
3800 Arboretum Dr
Dubuque, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Distance from Island City Harbor is only about an hour. " The Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 56 acres are an arboretum and botanical gardens established in 1980 and located at 3800 Arboretum Drive, Dubuque, Iowa. It is open, without charge, daily throughout the year. The arboretum is the largest in the United States staffed entirely by volunteers." Island City Harbor Floating Cottage and Houseboats Vacation Getaways are in only a coddiwomple away to magical gardens. BOOK TODAY!
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Trip Advisors Top Ten Things to Do in Clinton only a coddiwomple away from Sabula, Iowa
#3 Bickelhaupt Arboretum
340 S 14th St
Clinton, IA
Monday:
6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Distance from Island City Harbor is about 20 minutes. "Bickelhaupt Arboretum is a 14-acre gem located in the heart of Clinton, Iowa. The outdoor museum is the home of select labeled trees, shrubs, groundcovers, perennials and annual flowers. The arboretum provides award-winning collections, classes, tours, a lending library and museum display of native animals to its visitors. The mission of The Bickelhaupt Arboretum is to serve as a connection between people and plants through a better understanding of horticulture by developing and maintaining a well-documented collection of landscape plants adapted to this region for education and enjoyment. The arboretum is open to everyone, free of charge, 365 days a year, from sunup to sundown."
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Island City Harbor is the place to stay as you venture out exploring Eastern Iowa
Book today! CHOOSE FROM A FLOATING COTTAGE OR HOUSEBOATS.
Sabula, Iowa, United States
We have several houseboats, floating cottage, and a boatel for overnight stays. Enjoy a private, beautiful oasis floating getaway that comes with early morning sunrises and beautiful sunsets. These unique getaways are gems docked right in the harbor. Each one offers great amenities and comfortably sleeps 2-6 quests. Walking distance to the beach, the river, shopping, kayaking, fishing and only short driving distances to state parks, botanical gardens, and caves. We are located in Iowa's only Island City in beautiful Sabula, Iowa. Make sure to check out our website and book your vacation getaway today. We also provide itineraries to acommodate your dream vacation. BOOK TODAY AND LET THE ADVENUTRES BEGIN AS WE GUIDE YOU TO THE PERFECT DESTINATION VACATION.
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UNIQUE GETAWAY MISSISSIPPI RIVER BOTANICAL GARDENS SCENIC BYWAY
CODDIWOMPLE TO IOWA'S ONLY ISLAND CITY
Sabula, Iowa, United States
ISLAND CITY HARBOR RIGHT IN THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL... BOOK TODAY: Coddiwomple to Island City Harbor. A Marina nestled on the mighty Mississippi River with gift store. We offer many unique vacation rentals. The marina offers indoor and outdoor boat storage, slips, the Nantucket Floating Cottage vacation rental, boatels and houseboats. Peaceful Getaway. Come and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and views of valleys of Jackson County. Sabula, Iowa is Iowa's only Island City. Nestled in the driftless area. Fishing, boating, swimming, hiking and exploring.OK
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#4 Maquoketa Caves State Park is only a short drive from Island City Harbor
TRAVLERS'CHOICE AWARD 2022
It has more caves than any other state park
Maquoketa, Iowa, United States
Distance from Island City Harbor is about 40 minutes. "With more caves than any state park, Maquoketa Caves is one of Iowa’s most unique outdoor attractions. Enormous bluffs tower throughout the park, and a six-mile trail system winds through geologic formations and forests brimming with natural beauty. As one of the state’s earliest state parks, Maquoketa Caves has been a popular destination for picnickers and hikers since the 1860s. Grab your hiking shoes and a flashlight before traveling to Maquoketa Caves, because this state park is nothing short of adventure."
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#5 Mississippi Palisades State Park only 10 minutes from Island City Harbor
BOOK YOUR VACATION GETAWAY TODAY & LET US BRING SWEET MAGIC TO YOUR STAY
16327A IL-84
Savanna, IL
The distance from Island City Harbor is about 10 minutes. "The Native American pathfinders along the rock palisades of the Mississippi River did as present-day hikers do -- in coursing the bluffs, they took the paths of least resistance. The trails at the Mississippi Palisades, especially the park’s southern routes, put you in touch with the past. Walk them and you’ll trace the footsteps of all those who came before you, some of whom came this way nearly a thousand years ago. Located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Apple rivers in northwestern Illinois, the 2,500-acre Mississippi Palisades State Park is rich in Native American history." https://dnr.illinois.gov/parks/park.mississippipalisades.html
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We are located in the CENTER of EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL
Sabula, Iowa, United States
This island offers so much for a perfect getaway. Complimentary kayak rentals for the lake adjacent from marina. Swing that overlooks the Mighty Mississippi River as you watch the tugboat, boaters, and fisherman on the water. Gentle breezes wash over your face as your eyes are capturing the sunsets and sunrises. It truly is the perfect getaway! Book today!
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BOOK YOUR FLOATING VACATION GETAWAYS & EXPLORE THE ONLY ISLAND IN IOWA
Sabula, Iowa, United States
We are in the center of top 5 places to visit for lovers of nature. Award winning botanical gardens, state parks, butterfly gardens, hiking, river views, scenic byways, kayaking, wildlife, lakes, and so much more. Our location is ideal to venture out and explore all of Eastern Iowa. We are only a short distance from them all. Inquire today and book the vacation of a lifetime. WE INVITE YOU TO HAVE FUN IN EASTERN IOWA.