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Notable sanctuary · Van Buren, Iowa

Bentonsport Timber

Bentonsport Timber is a sanctuary in Van Buren, Iowa.

Bentonsport Timber: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this sanctuary: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Bentonsport Timber

Season: November to March for sightings; sanctuaries may close in peak monsoon.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Bentonsport Timber — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 40.72923, -91.85085. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is the park open?

    No visitor has reported the opening & safari status for Bentonsport Timber yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Bentonsport Timber?

    November to March for sightings; sanctuaries may close in peak monsoon. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Bentonsport Timber?

    Nearby: Lake Sugema Wildlife Management Area (lake, 19 km), Shimek State Forest - Farmington Unit (sanctuary, 19 km), Battle of Athens State Historic Site (sanctuary, 25 km), New Sweden Baptist Church (church, 42 km), American Gothic House (attraction, 47 km), Iliniwek Village State Historic Site (sanctuary, 52 km).

    Is Bentonsport Timber worth visiting?

    Bentonsport Timber is listed as a notable sanctuary in Iowa on Spotwander.