Select a Category:
Travel Areas FAQs
There are 5 major travel areas in Iowa. They are Lakes & Land in the northwest portion of the state, Loess Hills & Beyond in the southwest, Capital Country in central Iowa, Driftless Area in the northeast area, and Stories & Scenic in the southeast.
The Lakes & Land travel area is the northwest area of Iowa. It has lake resorts, year-round water adventures, music history, and unique architecture. Some of the most popular lake areas in the region are Okoboji, Clear Lake, Storm Lake and Lake View. All are known for their excellent boating in the summary and ice fishing in the winter.