It’s a short, steep hike to the top of Murray Hill Scenic Overlook, but the views of the Missouri River Valley are outstanding. The trail to the top is less than 1/2 mile, so your complete trip will be at or under one mile. The path to the top is just a simple dirt trail….
I’ve driven along Interstate 29 in Western Iowa numerous times, but just noticed Penny’s Diner in Missouri Valley. It’s not far from the Interstate, so I’m not sure how I missed it, but nonetheless, I’ve found it now. After researching it, Penny’s is a chain, not a local dive. I don’t believe I’ve ever featured…
I was traveling with my daughter, heading south of I-29 along the edge of the Loess Hills, and made a stop at one of my favorite level B roads. It’s named Fulton Avenue and is just east of Little Sioux in Harrison County. Every county has a few roads that are designated as “Level B”. …
This is my favorite dog park in Iowa – not only because of the dog park itself but because of what they did outside the dog park. Location of the dog park on Google Maps Located on the perimeter of the park are tree stumps that have been carved into memorials to owners (who I’m…
Overall Rating: 1/5 stars Google map location Length:. 1.4 miles Sidewalls:. Some, but not nearly as high as other level b roads Hills: Yes S-Curves: No S curves Bridge: one small bridge at the beginning. Interested in more level B roads? Check out the list of My favorite level B Loess Hills Roads
Overall Rating: 1/5 stars Google map location Length:. 0.8 miles Sidewalls:. Only a few smaller sidewalls Hills: Yes S-Curves: No major curves Bridge: No bridges. Interested in more level B roads? Check out the list of My favorite level B Loess Hills Roads
Overall Rating: 1/5 stars Google map location If this is only one star, why did we post it? I’ve decided that I should go ahead and post all the backroad videos so that users who are interested can know which roads are worth it and which ones are not. Length: 2.2 miles Sidewalls: Only a…
Overall Rating: 2/5 stars Google map location Length: 1.64 miles. Sidewalls: Yes, it has some, but not really the highest sidewalls. Hills: No major hills S-Curve: The road winds just a bit, but no major S-curves. Bridge: No bridges, it does wind alongside a lake for a short stretch. Interested in more level B roads?…
Overall Rating: 3/5 stars Google map location Length: 1.5 miles. Sidewalls: Yes, there are several sections where the sidewalls will tower over your vehicle. Hills: Yes, several steep hills along the path. S-Curve: Only one winding curve along the path. Bridge: No Interested in more level B roads? Check out the list of My favorite…
Overall Rating: 3/5 stars Google map location Length: 0.7 mile. Although it’s relatively short, it’s a great example of a typical Loess Hills level B backroad. Sidewalls: Yes, several examples of sidewalls that tower over the height of your vehicle. Hills: Yes, several hills and inclines. S-Curve: No. Bridge: No. Interested in more level B…