Snake Alley
Burlington, IA
A brick street from 1894 with seven tight switchbacks down a bluff, often called one of the crookedest streets in the world. Drive it downhill only, or walk it; park at the top on Columbia Street.
- Nearest town
- Burlington, IA
- Category
- Roadside oddities
- GPS
- 40.8096, -91.1082
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Equestrian CampgroundwCampsite11 mi from Snake Alley
- Big Hollow CampsiteMotorhome stopover12 mi from Snake AlleyMotorhomes
- Delabar State Park CampgroundCampsite14 mi from Snake Alley
- Geode State Park CampgroundCampsite14 mi from Snake Alley
- Equestrian CampgroundCampsite21 mi from Snake Alley
- Keithsburg Riverside CampgroundCampsite22 mi from Snake Alley
All campsites in Iowa · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Snake Alley?
Snake Alley is in Burlington, IA, at GPS 40.8096, -91.1082. It is about 23 mi from Nauvoo.
Can you camp near Snake Alley?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Equestrian Campgroundw, about 11 mi away; within 25 mi there are 8 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Snake Alley?
Snake Alley is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Great River Road south: Dubuque to Hannibal.
What is there to see near Snake Alley?
Places worth a stop nearby: Historic Nauvoo (24 mi), Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Birthplace (61 mi), Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum (77 mi) and Amana Colonies (79 mi).
When is the best time to visit Snake Alley?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)