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.
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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 FishingCordova 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 CentersBelinda 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 MuseumsMadison County Historical Complex
Tour the 1856 Bevington-Kaser House, museum, and 12 other buildings on 18
Winterset, IA MuseumsLiberty Hall Historic Center and Home of Joseph Sm
Mid-Victorian house with 14 rooms and six closets. Each room is furnished in 1900-1905 period. Also, walk through the country schoolhouse.
Lamoni, IA Historic CentersPella Historical Village and Dutch Windmill
Tour a collage of 21 buildings nestled in a courtyard. Brick paths connect the buildings, some of which are over 140 years old. Some of the establishments include a house, gristmill, church, bakery, and miniature Dutch village. Replica of an 1850
Pella, IA MuseumsPella Opera House Theatre Center
Pella Opera House Theatre Center was built in 1900, and has been completely refurbished. Intimate 324-seat theater with 1920 Barton Theater Organ.
Pella, IA TheatresRed Rock Visitor Center
Get a great view of Lake Red Rock from the visitor center'
Knoxville, IA Visitors CentersNational Balloon Museum
Contemporary building of unusual design houses a collection of ballooning artifacts and memorabilia depicting the history of hot-air and gas ballooning, ballooning events and personalities.
Indianola, IA MuseumsRathbun Reservoir Hunting
Rathbun Lake offers many opportunities for a variety of game. Deer, pheasant, quail, turkey, duck, geese, rabbit and squirrel may be found on public hunting lands.
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