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 FishingNational 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 MuseumsRathbun Reservoir Fishing Forcast
Low water conditions in the mid-2000's had a negative influence on crappie production in those years. The lake refilled in the spring of 2007 and a large year class of crappies was produced. At this time these fish are running between 7 and 8 inches. These fish should begin to reach 10
, IA Fishing ForecastLake 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 BoatingRathbun 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.
, IA HuntingRed Rock Visitor Center
Get a great view of Lake Red Rock from the visitor center'
Knoxville, IA Visitors CentersMoravia Wabash Depot Museum
The depot, on the National Register of Historic Places, is an example of a rural combination depot used in the early 1900s. Railroad artifacts are on display with an operating model train layout. Features a restored railroad section car.
Moravia, IA MuseumsLucas County Historical Museum
Visit the 1900s home (which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places), an old schoolhouse and a church. Explore the 1800s barn and 1850 log cabin, and enjoy fresh-roasted peanuts during the annual Peanut Day and Cider Day celebrations.
Chariton, IA MuseumsNelson Pioneer Farm
Structures include 1853 brick home, 1856 barn listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Oskaloosa, IA MuseumsRathbun Fish Hatchery
Elevated observation walkway through hatchery. Information center, aquariums, mini-theater, audiovisual presentations on production methods, nature trail and restrooms. Original paintings by Maynard Reece and mounts of state record catches.
Moravia, IA Fish HatcheriesDecatur 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 Museums