American Indian Ceremonial Mounds

Excellent examples of these mounds can be viewed at the Emmet County Conservation Board's Ringham Habitat North of Estherville.
This public area is located just north of Estherville. The 76 acre Ringham Habitat Area is located in Emmet County on 360th Avenue. These mounds are a short five-minute drive north of Estherville.

Approximately a third of this area is timbered, while the remaining two-thirds is comprised of native prairie vegetation. Make sure you take a moment to view and appreciate the seven untouched Native American burial mounds.

This location is accessed by river users from the West Fork of the Des Moines River just downstream from the A-17 Trailhead Access. Look for the sandbar on the West bank (right hand side as you go downstream) about 1/4 of a mile downstream from the A-17 access.

Those that are not traveling the river can also enjoy this location by driving North out of Estherville on Highway 4 and turning West on County road A-17. Look to turn south on the first gravel road (360th avenue) West of the A-17 bridge/access. The Ringham Habitat sign and parking area will be on the left or East side. The trail from the parking area is well mowed and an easy walk for interested parties of all levels of fitness. Feel free to make your own trail by hiking to the south and look for the ancient village building site along the creek that runs to the east emptying into the river.

Remember to be a good citizen and respect the land and ceremonial mounds you are visiting and please use the leave no trace principles!

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