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
Historic 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 MuseumsHitchcock 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 BuildingsUnion County Historical Village & Museum
1890s village furnished with period items. Includes caboose, schoolhouse, church and 1896 barn.
Creston, IA MuseumsArcher Engine of Yesteryear
More than 200 items, including old reel lawn mowers, rider/walk-behind tractors, old engines, and old chain saws. Antique shop with primitives and collectibles, glass, pictures and more.
Crescent, IA ShoppesRailswest 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
Southern Loess Hills Interpretive and Welcome Cent
Learn about the geography, people, animals and rare plant life in Iowa'
Percival, IA Nature CentersLake Manawa State Park Camping
Lake Manawa State Park \"\"\"\"The park is currently open for day-use only, due to flood concerns. As for now the campground is scheduled to be closed through August.\"\"\"\"
, IA CampingHeritage Hill Tour
Self-guided walking or driving tour. Homes along the route boast the elegant architecture of Victorian mansions. They are privately owned and not open to the public. Brochure available from Chamber of Commerce.
Red Oak, IA ToursLake Manawa Beach
There is a specific beach area at the lake. There are restrooms, playground, picnic areas and refreshments close or near the beach area. The lifeguarded beach requires an admission fee.
, IA BeachesIndian Creek Historical Museum
A collection of antique farm machinery and tools using manpower, horsepower and early tractor power. Display of American Indian artifacts, household items, prehistoric bones. The Oaks School House is a restoerd one-room school with original fixtures
Hastings, IA MuseumsLake Manawa Trails
Trails Lake Manawa trails are perfect for a hike, leisurely walk or bike ride. There are seven miles of paved trails. The trails connect to the trail system that runs throughout Council Bluffs including the Wabash Trace Trail and the Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge.
, IA Trails