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
Burlington 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 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 CemeteriesHarrah's Council Bluffs Casino and Hotel
Casino with more than 1,200 slots and 30 table games. Hotel, convention center, rooftop restaurant, buffet, diner, and lounge.
Council Bluffs, IA CasinosWalnut Creek Historical Museum
Discover the area's German heritage and farming history in this former Masonic Lodge with Masonic emblems and original tin ceiling.
Walnut, IA MuseumsUnion Pacific Railroad Museum
Explore 140 years of American railroad history, from the origins of the nation's first transcontinental railroad in 1862 to the advanced technology of modern-day railroading. New permanent interactive exhibit "Working on the Railroad" offers a firsthand look at modern railroading.
Council Bluffs, IA MuseumsMid America Motorplex
Auto racing, bike racing, drag racing, concerts, car shows.
Pacific Junction, IA MotorplexesSquirrel Cage Jail
One of three remaining examples of the rotary cell jails, this three-story brick structure was completed in 1885 and featured a cage that rotated to allow jailers a view of all cells from a single vantage point. Listed on National Register of Historic Places.
Council Bluffs, IA JailsHistoric 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 MuseumsMount 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 Trails