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Iowa Scenic Byways

Great River Road

Loess Hills Scenic Byway

Dragoon Trail

Driftless Area Scenic Byway

Grant Wood Scenic Byway

Iowa Valley Scenic Byway

Lewis and Clark Trail - Iowa

Mormon Trail - Iowa

Old O'Brien Glacial Trail Scenic Byway

River Bluffs Scenic Byway

Western Skies Scenic Byway

Woodlands Scenic Byway

Ten States - Iowa
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Mississippi River Fun Facts
Great River RoadThe Great River Road was established in 1938 as the national parkway of the Mississippi River. Follow the green Pilot's Wheel road signs that mark its route nearly 3,000 miles through 10 states.
The Mississippi River forms the 3rd largest drainage basin in the world. Its system of 29 locks-and-dams stretches 669 miles between Minneapolis, Minn. and Granite City, Ill., controlling nearly 2/3 of the nation's watershed.
Favorite Places Along the River
The RiverPark Museum in Tunica, Miss. gives an awesome presentation on river wildlife and offers an impressive opportunity to walk along the river and experience its natural beauty.
Marilyn B. - Clinton, MS
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Favorite Places Beyond the River
In downtown Louisville, KY, the Muhammad Ali Center features an orientation theater, media stations and interactive exhibits. Follow Ali through his life and career by taking a take a boxing lesson in a ring with the assistance of his daughter via video or exchange cultural ideas on-line to help encourage a better understanding of world diversity.
Marge B. - Frankfort, KY
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