Stock Up On Amish Goodies At Plainview Country Store, Then Enjoy The Iowa Countryside Along Amish Boulevard

Editor's Note: Plainview Country Store has permanently closed since the publication of this article.

Have you ever explored Iowa's Amish country? Many people don't even know the Hawkeye State has an Amish community, and it's much smaller than other states' - but that doesn't mean it's not full of its own special joys. Located in a rural area of northeastern Iowa, you'll find Amish Boulevard - a quiet country road filled with beautiful scenery and small Amish businesses specializing in delicious goods and hand-made supplies. Before you take this drive, you'll definitely want to stock up on snacks, and the good news is you'll have no shortage of places to sample delicious Amish goods. From there, it's a peaceful drive until the sun sets over Amish Country, and you'll feel like you've stepped back in time into a simpler world where the old ways still reign supreme.

How do you know when you've arrived on Amish Boulevard? You'll see horses and buggies joining your car on the road!

You'll also notice that everything seems simpler and cleaner, like you've stepped back in time - but you'll definitely see no shortage of businesses to check out.

The biggest in the area is the Plainview Country Store, the place to stop to stock up on snacks.

The massive candy section is an extra bonus to keep the kids happy on a leisurely day of driving.

Of course, it wouldn't be a trip through Amish country without some baked goods, so make sure to stop into Yoder's Boulevard Bakery only minutes away.

The area is full of working farms, so you can expect to see vintage barns and old-fashioned equipment as you drive.

You'll also see more businesses featuring essential supplies, most staffed by local Amish craftsmen who make all the items from the ground up.

This is a drive you'll want to take when you have some time to spare - because it's a uniquely peaceful experience, especially when the sun starts to set.

Have you taken this peaceful drive through Iowa Amish country? Let us know what you thought of the scenery - and where you found the best snacks! This is the largest area of Iowa's Amish community, but small groups can be found all around the state - including in Bonaparte, where you can find a legendary bakery with an all-you-can-eat buffet.