This Charming Community Might Just Be The Most Peaceful Place To Live In Iowa

Looking for some peace and quiet? We sure are, and it's hard to find a small town that truly feels off the beaten path anymore. But we found one that's exactly that - and it's not far from one of the Hawkeye State's most popular state parks. Lake View, Iowa is a town of 1,113 people )at the last census) - enough for a nice culture but not so big that the town starts to feel busy. It gets its name from being located on the banks of Black Hawk Lake - which means it's very close to Black Hawk State Park. But that's just scratching the surface of the great things to do in Lake View, Iowa. A day here offers the perfect combination of natural beauty, fun attractions, and delicious food. In fact, after spending some time here, it might start to feel like a great place to settle down.

Lake View is a friendly town - and it wants you to know it the second you arrive.

Black Hawk Lake is the center of the town's culture, and in the summer, it's usually bustling with anglers and folks seeking to escape the heat.

It also provides one of the most beautiful views in the Hawkeye State as the sun goes down.

But there's a lot more to this small town. Speaker Park, a smaller county park, has one of Iowa's most charming playgrounds for little ones.

The town is a trailhead on the Sauk Rail Trail, one of the state's best biking trails.

For a hearty meal, check into the Dockit Bar and Grill near the water.

It might be a humble place, but it turns out to serve some of the best prime rib in all of Iowa.

When winter settles over Iowa this town is especially beautiful - and lacking in tourists - once the snow begins to fall.

Have you visited this charming town on the shore of Black Hawk Lake? What are your favorite things to do in Lake View, Iowa? Let us know in the comments section! You can find out more about the town on the official Lake View website, and check out the Facebook page of The Dockit Bar and Grill for daily specials. Looking to stay the night? The Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Lake View offers a relaxing place to stay with a great view.