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Polk County

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Carney

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Cities in Polk County

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Altoona

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Camp Dodge

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Carbondale

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Ankeny

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Alleman

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Bondurant

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Berwick

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Adelphi

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Events

Upcoming Events

May
31
Antique Jamboree
West Des Moines
Jun
6
Bike MS: Cruise the Cornfields
Des Moines
Jun
6
Emancipation Day
Urbandale
Jun
13
Bike MS: C.H. Robinson Iowa Ride
Ankeny
Jun
25
Jazz in July
Mitchellville
Aug
30
Annual BBMC Car Show Presented by Sugar Shack
Altoona
Sep–Oct
12–12
Zombies! House of Horror at The Batter’s Box
Pleasant Hill
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