The Largest Farm Toy Store In Iowa Has More Than 10,000 Toys

A store in Le Mars is a shrine to tiny toy tractors and farm implements and it's a must-visit for the young, or the young at heart. The Le Mars Toy Store calls itself the largest most diversified farm toy oriented store in the United States. It's one of the only places where you can find a huge selection of customized toy farm tractors and rare vintage farm toys.

When you step inside the Le Mars Toy Store, you'll be amazed by the selection. Here's a sample of what you'll find.

You'll find the store in the heart of Le Mars - it's a town in western Iowa, about 30 minutes northeast of Sioux City.

An Iowa farmer and toy enthusiast started the store in the 1990s. The business boomed and it now has an enormous following - the store has customers from all over the world.

The Le Mars Toy Store is a little like a museum, with a large collection of vintage toys that have been meticulously restored.

The store's customers range from grandparents who are looking for a special gift for a grandchild to serious enthusiasts who are seeking a rare piece to complete a collection. The store also fabricates parts for custom toys.

The store's inventory is arranged by type. You'll find little tractors of all types - John Deere, Ford, Farmall, Allis-Chalmers and more. If you grew up driving one of these machines, there's a good chance you might be able to find a little model to remind you of those days.

The store also has some toys that are a little bigger. Here's an assortment of pedal tractors. Did you ever ride on one of these when you were a kid?

The store is open Monday-Saturday. There's some great ice cream in Le Mars, so there's plenty to enjoy on a day trip here. For more unusual Iowa toys, check out this massive store that will bring out your inner child.