Glacial Trail Scenic Byway

Glacial Trail Scenic Byway The Glacial Trail Scenic Byway tells a special story of our community’s history and highlights its beauty and recreational opportunities.

The Glacial Trail Scenic Byway is a 36 mile loop that travels through two communities, Peterson and Linn Grove, and through four counties (Buena Vista, Cherokee, Clay, and O’Brien) in Northwest Iowa. Specifically, the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway runs through the Little Sioux River Valley and the glacial formed hills that provide a picturesque landscape through Northwest Iowa. The rolling hills pre

sent viewpoints and vistas to the traveler whether on foot, bicycle, car, truck, or RV. The Glacial Trail Scenic Byway is a 36-mile loop that takes some surprising turns. There are a number of attractions along the byway from the Prairie Heritage Center to camping and canoeing. Check-out the Attractions Album on our page for attractions along the byway and visit these websites for events along the byway.
http://www.prairieheritagecenter.org/events.htm
http://bvcountyconservation.com
http://www.mycountyparks.com/county/OBrien.aspx
http://www.co.clay.ia.us/offices/conservation/index.htm
http://www.cherokeecountyparks.com/

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Help shape the Little Sioux River Water Trail Plan! Take a short survey about how you use the river for recreation, what...
08/27/2026

Help shape the Little Sioux River Water Trail Plan! Take a short survey about how you use the river for recreation, what may limit your use, and what should be protected, improved, or prioritized. Link in comments!

There are multiple areas open to hiking in the Clay County, some with maintained trails like Bertram Reservation. Link i...
08/27/2026

There are multiple areas open to hiking in the Clay County, some with maintained trails like Bertram Reservation. Link in comments!

Buena Vista County lies in the southeastern corner of the four counties that the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway crosses. Let...
08/20/2026

Buena Vista County lies in the southeastern corner of the four counties that the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway crosses. Let's explore its hiking trails! Link in comments.

Let's explore hiking opportunities in Cherokee County! Link in comments.
08/13/2026

Let's explore hiking opportunities in Cherokee County! Link in comments.

Today, let's explore the hiking opportunities in O'Brien County along the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway! Link in comments.
08/06/2026

Today, let's explore the hiking opportunities in O'Brien County along the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway! Link in comments.

Now is the perfect time to explore the prairies along the Little Sioux River valley via the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway, ...
07/09/2026

Now is the perfect time to explore the prairies along the Little Sioux River valley via the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway, a region that "contains more remnant prairie than anywhere else in Iowa outside of the Loess Hills."

James Enright wrote this photo essay after many visits to 36-mile Glacial Trail Scenic Byway, which loops the Little Sioux River valley.

07/07/2026
Celebrate a true American tradition at the Barnes Rodeo! For generations, rodeos have showcased the hard work, determina...
07/01/2026

Celebrate a true American tradition at the Barnes Rodeo! For generations, rodeos have showcased the hard work, determination, and community spirit that helped build rural America. As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, the Barnes Rodeo continues to honor the agricultural heritage and western traditions that remain an important part of the American story.

Explore Peterson's frontier history at the county's first frame house and fort.
06/29/2026

Explore Peterson's frontier history at the county's first frame house and fort.

Explore Peterson's frontier history at the county's first frame hou...

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