See The Very Best Of Iowa’s Loess Hills In One Day On This Epic Road Trip
So much of our time is spent in eastern Iowa, visiting towns like Dubuque, Decorah, Cedar Rapids, Davenport or Iowa City. In fact, sometimes it seems like nobody is heading west! Well, anyone that doesn’t explore the western side of our state is truly missing out, because some of the best scenery in the entire country is right before the Iowa/Nebraska border. Time for a road trip!
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Put on your hiking boots and head west, becuse the stunning Loess Hills await!
Spend as long as you want walking up this trail - it doesn't end until Council Bluffs! A shorter stroll here will show off some stunning natural beauty.
This beautiful lavender farm is a great place to relax and enjoy the smell of fresh lavender. Check out the farm's store, too, where you'll find handmade soaps and fragrances.
They’re open May through October, 11am to 5pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, as well as 1 to 5pm on Sundays. Call (712) 642-9016 to schedule a tour or learn more.
Dave's Old Home Cafe in Pisgah is next. This historic building is at the heart of the Loess Hills!
You'll find a home cooked meal waiting for you. They're known for having a great tenderloin, some delicious fish and chips, and some of the best fried chicken you'll ever try.
Visit the town's charming, storied Museum of American History to see the story of the wild prairie. Tours are available anytime by appointment, by calling Keith Robinson at 712-881-1460.
From Mapleton, take the scenic route along the Loess Hills Byway. This trip is gorgeous any time of year!
You can learn more about the Loess Hills themselves here, and about the trails through Waubonsie State Park right here. Start your planning now, because the Loess Hills are perfect to explore in the spring, when the flowers start to blossom and bloom.
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Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: kmagaraci@onlyinyourstate.com
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