12 Of The Most Instagrammable Spots In Iowa That Will Have You Dreaming About Summer

Right now, staying at home is the right call for anyone in the Hawkeye State. Though it may be tempting to head out and explore your favorite spots as the weather warms up, for the safety of everyone, take the next few months to make a list of the places you'll get to know when we're all free to travel around again. For some inspiration, check out a few of the best photo spots in Iowa! Did your favorite Instagrammable spot make our list?

1. The Bridges of Madison County

The world-famous Bridges of Madison County are some of the most iconic landmarks in Iowa! Visit any of the remaining covered bridges for a movie-star photo shoot.

2. Port of Dubuque

The charming Port of Dubuque is a great spot for architecture, landscape, and street photographers to practice their craft. Visit the Mississippi River museum to learn all about the region!

3. Loess Hills Lavender Farm

There are few places more charming than the Loess Hills Lavender Farm! Visit in the heat of summer for a fragrant photo shoot.

4. Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Des Moines is home to the one-of-a-kind Pappajohn Sculpture Park! Artists and creatives fall in love with this park every time they walk through.

5. Lake Macbride State Park

When it comes to Instragrammable spots in Iowa, it's hard to beat Lake Macbride State Park The cascades and spillway are well known photo spots in Iowa.

6. Lake Okoboji

Practice your photography skills at the scenic Okoboji Lake! One of the most Instagrammed spots in the state, it's sure to delight you all summer long.

7. Hitchcock Nature Center

When you're looking for a remote photo spot in Iowa, head to the Loess Hills. Hitchcock Nature Center showcases stunning views that your Instagram followers won't believe come from the Hawkeye State.

8. High Trestle Trail Bridge

The breathtaking High Trestle Trail Bridge has become one of the most photographed places in all of Iowa. Visit at sunset for a truly mesmerizing sight.

9. Maquoketa State Park

The unique Maquoketa Caves State Park is a great place to practice your low-light photography (or iphonography)! These dark caves provide a fantastic canvas for light painting.

10. Villages of Van Buren

The historic and charming Villages of Van Buren County make for an idea photo day trip destination. It's not all that often you feel like you can step right back in time while traveling through the Hawkeye State!

11. Malanaphy Springs

The towering Malanaphy Springs is a hidden waterfall that's well off the beaten path. Hike about a mile back to find it, and while you're there, explore the cliffsides to find that perfect photo angle.

12. Beeds Lake

Finally, the Beeds Lake Spillway is one of the most photographed spots in the Midwest! Make time to check it out on a family-friendly park adventure.

Where are your favorite photo spots in Iowa? Let us know in the comments below, or nominate them using this link!