The world’s largest truckstop is on I-80 in Iowa.
If you’re a fan of road trips and love exploring unique stops along the way, the world’s largest truck stop in Walcott, Iowa, is a…
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An evening under the stars at an abandoned church
Ok, that title is not exactly what you expected. Under the stars at an abandoned church? Are you crazy? I was wanting to get some…
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See the Corydon Dinosaurs along Highway 2
It’s not what you would expect along Highway 2 in Wayne County, Iowa. But there they stand, towering over the landscape – a brontosaurus and…
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Bregant House is now open for tours!
The Bregant House, sometimes known as “The Little Peoples’ House” has been restored and is now open for tours in Council Bluffs. Location: 517 4th…
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Winter walk at Madison County Historical Museum
I was driving through Winterset, Iowa while the snow was falling and I decided to find a location to shoot photos against the snowfall. Although…
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A winter hike through Maquoketa Caves State Park
Maquoketa Caves State Park is one of Iowa’s most popular state parks, with up to 300,000 visitors each year. It also happens to be the…
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Loess Hill Frost
I had spent the night in Denison, Iowa, and was planning an early morning trip to Sioux City. When I woke up, there was a…
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A winter walk at Trinity Heights
I have visited Trinity Heights several times, mostly during the summer and fall. However, the last time I visited was during the most beautiful snowfall….
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Hospers Memorial Statues
Although Hospers is best known for their veterans memorial with no names, they also have an interesting collection of statues located at their public library….
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Geology with a gruesome tale in NW Iowa
Where is Gitchie Manitou? Technically it is the farthest northwest you can be in the state of Iowa. It borders the Big Sioux River and…
