Andy Mountain Log Cabins
Nestled beneath "Andy Mountain," the only bluff in Iowa with a giant stone "A" carved into the top, the Andy Mountain log cabins are located between two heavily wooded bluffs, only minutes from the Effigy Mounds State Park and across the road from the Mississippi River. The Yellow River State Park is located there as well. These cabins include a fully stocked kitchen with stove, microwave, refrigerator, TV, Internet access, a grill on the porch and a fire pit for late night gatherings. Some of the best trout fishing in the entire state of Iowa is in the creeks of Allamakee County and the Effigy Mounds Park provides several very challenging hiking trails. These log cabins also provide good lodging for winter deer hunters or snowmobile fans.
Andy Mountain Log Cabins
2335 Andy Mountain Lane
Harpers Ferry, IA 52146
563-586-2123
andymountaincabins.com
Spook Cave & Campground
The Spook Cave & Campground is a seasonal attraction that is open from the months of May through October. Tours of the cave are provided, which visitors have to enter by boat. There are 5 cabins available in this campground, 2 of which have lake views. The woodland cabins were hand crafted by local Amish, and while the 3 types of cabins are all slightly different, all of them are supplied with bedding, kitchen utensils, heat/AC, picnic table, fire ring and all cabins include free swimming and fishing. There is a bonus for long term campers: anyone who rents 6 nights in a cabin at Spook Cave gets a 7th night free of charge.
Spook Cave & Campground
13299 Spook Cave Rd
McGregor, IA 52157
563-873-2144
spookcave.com
Grumpsters Log Cabin Getaway
Grumpsters Log Cabin Getaway offer 3 cabins that are all surrounded by woods and within easy walking distance of the Mississippi River. There are fire places in all 3 cabins and basic amenities are provided. However depending on needs you will want to call ahead for reservations as only one cabin has a TV, although all three have air conditioning and grilling utensils. These cabins are tucked away from the rest of town, and be prepared to pay in cash, because that's all the owners accept for payment.
Grumpsters Log Cabin Getaway
c/o Terry and Juanita Lang
535 Ash St
PO Box 333
McGregor, IA 52157
563-873-3767
grumpsterslogcabins.com
Article Written By Monty Dayton
Monty Dayton is a professional freelance writer who has worked for the ACLU, Touchstone Publishing LLC, the University of Alaska, Fairbanks and many other employers. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from the University of Alaska and loves writing about travel, the outdoors and health topics.
