Land of the Giants
It’s Land of the Giants, featuring several 12-foot lighted and animated creatures. It is located on personal property, so please stay on the sidewalk or…
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Iowa Pumpkin Patches with NO admission cost
Here’s a list of Iowa Pumpkin Patches that have NO admission cost. Of course, you’ll pay for your pumpkins and any other products, but there…
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See over 100 hot air balloons for FREE!
Every summer, the National Balloon Classic in Indianola, Iowa features over 100 hot air balloons during its 9-day festival. If you’ve heard of this event…
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Where to find the sunflowers at Badger Creek Park
For 2024, the sunflowers have been planted on the west side of the lake and we are hearing that they will remain on the west…
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Sleeping with the cows at New Day Dairy
It’s one of Iowa’s most unique overnight stays – sleeping with the cows at the New Day Dairy Guest Barn in Clarksville, Iowa. Ok, you…
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The Great Des Moines Hot Air Balloon Hunt Returns!
What is the Great Des Moines Hot Air Balloon Hunt? The Great DSM Balloon Hunt is a unique event focusing on hot air balloons in…
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Iowa towns with themed sculptures on permanent display
We put a request for help on the Iowa Road Trip Facebook Page to help identify which Iowa towns have themed sculptures on permanent display…
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My favorite Northern Lights photos from May 10th, 2024
May 10th, 2024 lived up to all the hype about being the most significant solar storm in decades. Like many of you, had all my…
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When and where to see Herky on Parade
It’s the 20th anniversary of Herky on Parade in Johnson County, the area’s largest public art installation. The six-foot-tall fiberglass sculptures have been decorated by…
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The Great Solar Eclipse of 2024
Ok, I realize it wasn’t an Iowa Road Trip, but I’ve been asked if I captured anything from the solar eclipse, which ended up being…
