The Highest Peaks in Iowa
Iowa's 10 highest hikeable summits, ranked by elevation. The tallest is Pilot Knob at 1,453 ft. Every peak below links to a full trail guide with maps, elevation profiles and parking info — updated 2026.
| # | Peak | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pilot Knob | 1,453 ft |
| 2 | Battle Hill | 1,273 ft |
| 3 | Steamboat Rock | 1,148 ft |
| 4 | Sundown Mountain | 1,142 ft |
| 5 | Centenial Cross | 1,026 ft |
| 6 | Mount Trashmore | 948 ft |
| 7 | South Bluff | 868 ft |
| 8 | North Bluff | 856 ft |
| 9 | Perkl | 843 ft |
| 10 | The Hogback | 823 ft |