South Central Iowa, Iowa
Let the wind sweep you across the lake or hear you aloft in a spectacular balloon. Fish at some of the state's largest lakes. Or, catch the sprint car races at the famed Knoxville Raceway. One way or another, this region will take your breath away.
Explore South Central Iowa
Rathbun Lake Fishing Info.
The information below is provided by the Corps. of Engineers - thanks for the great information. Fishing Rathbun Lake is an 11,000
, IA FishingBelinda Toy and Antique Museum
Historic 1846 church has been transformed into a toy museum, with collections of airplanes, cars, tractors, dolls, trains, and tin and cast-iron toys.
Chariton, IA MuseumsBridges of Madison County
Meet someone you love at the Bridges of Madison County. Always romantic. Even before Iowa novelist Robert Waller and Hollywood romanticized them. The five historic covered bridges, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, are scattered across the countryside.
Winterset, IA BridgesRathbun Lake Information Center
Displays on coal mining, wildlife diorama, lake history and current information on the Rathbun Lake area.
Centerville, IA Information CentersNational Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum
The world's only museum dedicated to preserving the history of "big car" and sprint car racing. The Hall of Fame honors the outstanding achievers in the sport. Handicapped accessible. Gift shop on premises.
Knoxville, IA MuseumsDecatur County Museum
Museum includes three floors of unique collections. Historical artifacts and antiques are displayed in various room settings: old general store, parlor, kitchen, dining room, bedroom and blacksmith shop.
Leon, IA MuseumsHistorical and Coal Mining Museum
The 1903 post office houses a collection beginning with the settlement period of 1843. Exhibits depict pioneer farm and village as well as a historic post office display. Detailed information on the Mormon Trail of 1846
Centerville, IA MuseumsRound Barn Site
The 93-acre site is home to the fully restored 1912 Round Barn. The 50-foot diameter barn features a spectacular loft free of support columns, made possible by the unique spider web construction. Also see one-room country school built in 1869 and 1887 country church. Restoration in progress on 1897
Allerton, IA Historic BarnsLake Rathbun Boating
Thanks to the Corps of Engineers for great information. Boating Whether power boating or sailing, Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, has something to offer for all.
, IA BoatingMadison County Historical Complex
Tour the 1856 Bevington-Kaser House, museum, and 12 other buildings on 18
Winterset, IA MuseumsCordova Park Observation Tower
Climb this 106-foot converted water tower for an unparalleled view of the Des Moines River Valley and Lake Red Rock. You'll climb 170 steps to the viewing platform -- it'
Knoxville, IA Nature Centers