Southwest Iowa, Iowa
Southwestern Iowa exudes its western flair with a championship rodeo and superb game hunting. Visit a one-room schoolhouse for a glimpse of prairie life a century ago. Or, camp at the edge of a lake, and let peace and tranquility wash over you.
Explore Southwest Iowa
Hitchcock House
The Reverend George B. Hitchcock House is the home of one of the anti-slavery leaders of the Congregational Church mission in western Iowa. Reverend Hitchcock used his home to assist in the safe passage of fugitive slaves (or Freedom Seekers)
Lewis, IA Historic BuildingsHistoric Oakwood Cemetery
The Oakwood Cemetery on the east edge of Lewis is the final resting place of many prominent Lewis residents that aided freedom seekers during their lives.
Lewis, IA CemeteriesBurlington Northern Depot and World War II Memorial Museum
Completely restored 1903
Red Oak, IA MuseumsLake Manawa Fishing
Iowa\'s DNR has said that the lake has had good to excellent shore fishing. This is good news not only for the regular angler but also for families and kids who are just starting out and do not have a boat for lake access. There are boat rentals at the lake.
, IA FishingRailswest Railroad Museum and HO Model Railroad
This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroad, historic photos, dining car memorabilia,and uniforms. Also displayed on the grounds are two steam engines, a 1917 waycar, a club car, Railway Post Office car and caboose. Council Bluffs, IA Museums
Lake Manawa Boating
The lake typically is a favorite spot for boaters and Sailing so expect a bit of company while on the lake. There is a boat Launch Ramp, Boat Rental, Canoe Rental, Kayak Rentals, and Paddle Boat Rental opportunities at the concession area. \"\"\"
, IA BoatingSouthern Loess Hills Interpretive and Welcome Cent
Learn about the geography, people, animals and rare plant life in Iowa'
Percival, IA Nature CentersMount Pisgah/Mormon Trail
Visit the winter camp of the first Mormon Trek from Nauvoo, Ill., to Salt Lake City, Utah, and view the monument erected in memory of the thousands who did not survive that winter. Replica cabin and museum on site. Fee for guided tours.
Lorimor, IA TrailsHistoric General Dodge House
Victorian house museum built by Grenville and Mrs. Dodge in 1869-70 is a National Historic Landmark. Dodge was a Civil War General, railroad builder, banker and politician. Holiday decorations include 25 Christmas trees in a variety of styles. Summer garden walk each July, annual fall tea.
Council Bluffs, IA MuseumsOlson/Linn Museum & Villisca Axe Murder House
View a large number of automobiles dating from 1909, and primitives from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. The Villisca Axe Murder House is the scene of one of the Midwest's oldest unsolved crimes.
Villisca, IA MuseumsHenry A. Wallace Country Life Center
Visit this 40-acre outdoor interpretive site featuring the philosophies, ideas and achievements of Henry A. Wallace, demonstrated through artwork, gardens, orchard, prairie, walking trail and gathering barn.
Greenfield, IA Life Centers