The mounds preserved here are considered sacred by many Americans, especially the Monument's 20 culturally associated American Indian tribes. A visit offers opportunities to contemplate the meanings of the mounds and the people who built them. The 200 plus American Indian mounds are located in one of the most picturesq
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursPark trails are open daily from dawn to dusk.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 5638733491 · efmo_interpretation@nps.gov
Located 3 miles north of Marquette, Iowa on Hwy 76.
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Effigy Mounds National Monument — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Effigy Mounds National Monument?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Fire Point Loop, Hanging Rock Trail, Marching Bears Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Effigy Mounds National Monument is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Yes What are the hours?
Park trails are open daily from dawn to dusk.
Nearby sites
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Driftless Area National Wildlife Refuge
CheckThis U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
Mississippi River - Pool 9
CheckArmy Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.