Swiss Valley (Iowa)

Swiss Valley is a valley found in Dubuque County, Iowa. Inside the valley, is a 65 acres (26 ha) park and a branch of the Catfish Creek.[1]

Swiss Valley
Geography
CountryUnited States
StateIowa
Coordinates42.4425°N 90.72985°W / 42.4425; -90.72985 
RiverSwiss Valley Creek and Monastery Creek

Etymology

The valley was named after the original settlers to the area who were Swiss.[2]

Geography

The Swiss Valley is found about 3–4 miles (4.8–6.4 km) from Dubuque, Iowa.[2][3] In it is a branch of the Catfish Creek, known as the Swiss Valley Creek,[3] flows through.[1][3] A tributary of the Swiss Valley Creek, known as Monastery Creek, is reserved for trout fingerlings.[3]

Swiss Valley Park

Amenities at the park include a picnic area, trails, a playground, restrooms and camping.[3]

Trout, stocked by the Iowa DNR, are fished at the park.[2]

References
  1. "Swiss Valley Park". Dubuque County, IA. Retrieved February 4, 2023.
  2. "Swiss Valley Park – Dubuque, IA". www.mycountyparks.com. Retrieved February 4, 2023.
  3. "Swiss Valley Creek – Iowa DNR". Iowa DNR. Retrieved February 4, 2023.
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