The historic area of Maquoketa awaits your stay
Take a vacation to Maquoketa and enjoy the area's history, opera and entertainment. This city's horseback riding, hiking and parks draw many visitors. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Maquoketa
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do in the city? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that Maquoketa has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Horseshoe Pond County Park (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- Jackson County Conservation (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
- Tabor Home Vineyards Winery (9.9 mi / 16 km)
- Springbrook Country Club (16.9 mi / 27.2 km)
- Bellevue Golf Club (20.7 mi / 33.3 km)
- Chestnut Mountain Resort (22 mi / 35.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Maquoketa
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Maquoketa is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Jackson County Conservation (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
- Maquoketa Caves State Park (6.7 mi / 10.8 km)
- Riverview Park (18.1 mi / 29.1 km)
- Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge (22.7 mi / 36.5 km)
- Camp Miss-Elk-Ton (22.7 mi / 36.5 km)
- Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve (23.8 mi / 38.3 km)
Traveling to and around Maquoketa
Fly into Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), the closest airport, located 23.3 mi (37.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI), which is 43.3 mi (69.7 km) away.