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About Backbone State Forest

Backbone State Forest, also known as Backbone State Park, is the first and oldest state park in Iowa and offers 125 campsites, including both electric and non-electric options. The campgrounds have modern restrooms, showers, a trailer dump station as well as picnic areas. In the early 1800s, European settlers began arriving in the region, primarily for farming purposes.
Address : Backbone State Forest, Iowa 52076, USA

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Backbone State ParkBackbone State Park is Iowa's oldest state park, dedicated in 1919. Located in the valley of the Maquoketa River, it is approximately three miles (5 km) south of Strawberry Point in Delaware County. It is named for a narrow and steep ridge of bedrock carved by a loop of the Maquoketa River originally known as the Devil's Backbone.
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Bixby State PreserveBixby State Preserve is a nature reserve located in southwestern Clayton County, Iowa, in the midwestern United States. It is located 3 miles (4.8 km) north of Edgewood. It is operated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources as one of the Iowa state preserves.
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Carter House MuseumCarter House in Elkader, Iowa, also known as W. C. Reimer House, is a Greek Revival building built in 1850 as a duplex by brothers Ernest and Henry Carter.It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1976. Its 1975 NRHP nomination document calls it a "lovely Greek Revival home" which "contributes substantially to the historic ambience of Elkader", having greater effect due to its location across from the historic Clayton County Courthouse.
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Driftless Area National Wildlife RefugeDriftless Area National Wildlife Refuge is a unique and ecologically important refuge located in the Upper Midwest of the United States. It spans parts of Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, covering an area known as the Driftless Region. The refuge is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic ChurchSaints Peter and Paul Catholic Church is a parish church in the Archdiocese of Dubuque. The church is located in the unincorporated community of Petersburg, Iowa, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995.
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East College StreetThe East College Street Historic District in Iowa City, Iowa, is a captivating neighborhood that encapsulates the city's rich history and architectural heritage. Established in [year of establishment], this district is a designated historic area featuring a collection of well-preserved residential and commercial structures, representing a diverse range of architectural styles from the mid-19th to the early 20th century.

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Delaware County
Delaware County is located in eastern Iowa, known for its scenic landscapes, charming towns, and agricultural heritage. Manchester serves as the county seat.Delaware County boasts a rich history, with several historical sites and landmarks. Visitors can explore well-preserved buildings, museums, and sites that showcase the area's cultural heritage.

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