jerumy
Arrived at Effigy Mounds National Park to learn and explore the sacred space
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Looks like we arrived in time to catch the stunning colors
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
First we are going to get a map and check out the park museum!
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Replica of these mounds built by American Indians between 450BCE and 1300CE !
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
It was great to learn about the Indian leaders and deep meaning behind them
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Come with me on a hike through this historic site. Bring your camera 📷
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Just up a few hundred feet are the first set of mounds and an aura of serenity
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
These mounds are sacred and protected by the park services
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Take a look at a map to plan your hike, there are several paths possible!
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Can you imagine a more vibrant autumn spot ?
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Autumn hiking 🥾
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Crimson leaves, so stunning.
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
🍁 autumn on the water
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Sneak peak of the overlook to come, and the railroad in between
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
I love to hike here with friends and loved ones, and listen to nature!
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Maze of autumn leaves on all corners
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Made it to Fire Point! The top of our hike. Stunning views
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
These mounds here are some of the oldest in the park, we learned
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
The park is completely free to stroll to your desire in park hours
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Some mounds were shaped like bears like this one here
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Great Bear Mound!
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Take a rest at a bench and have yourself a contemplative fall moment
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Making it back down our hike
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
Feeling filled with awe and wonder at what the American Indians created
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
That’s it for a wonderful and sacred hike. Earned so much knowledge and respect
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.
jerumy
One last look at the leaves, this is one autumn memory I won’t soon forget.
151 IA-76
Harpers Ferry, IA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Open daily from 9-4:30PM, Effigy Mounds National Park has over 200 ancient mounds created by American Indian peoples to have ceremonies, burials, gather, and mark territory. They have a variety of shapes and represent different animals and objects. Check out the museum to learn all about the history, or just go straight to the park anytime to walk and experience them first hand. The trees are stunning in the fall time and there are several paths to choose from depending on your ability levels.