Visit Allamakee County

03/25/2025

Fun spotlight of Lansing!

03/22/2025

Lace up your hiking boots and grab your binoculars—spring is the perfect time to hit the trails! 🥾

Explore Effigy Mounds National Monument for scenic views & ancient history
Spot bald eagles soaring over the Mississippi River
Walk the Army Road in New Albin to spot Nesting Bald Eagles & Red-shouldered Hawks
Smell the fresh wildflowers along the Yellow River Forest trails

Drop a 🦉 if you love birdwatching!

📸 Army Road in New Albin by birdinghotspots.org

03/20/2025

Happy First Day of Spring!!

Spring is the perfect time to explore the beauty of Allamakee County! Whether you're a local or visiting, here are some must-do activities:

🌷 Visit one of the local Greenhouses & Nursery
🚶‍♂️ Hike the trails & spot spring wildflowers
🎣 Cast a line in the Driftless trout streams
🍔 Enjoy a local bite
📸 Snap a selfie at the Mississippi River overlook

What’s your favorite spring activity? 🌞 Comment below! 👇

📸 Pop's Produce LLC

03/20/2025

❄️🌸 Snow Today, Spring Tomorrow! 🌸❄️

It might not "feel" like spring with all this snow on the ground, but believe it or not—tomorrow is officially the first day of spring! 🌷

Iowa weather sure likes to keep us on our toes! One day it’s winter coats & snow shovels⛄, and the next, we’re dreaming of blooming flowers & sunshine. 🌼

Hang in there, Allamakee County!

Warmer days, green grass, and outdoor adventures are just around the corner. Who else is ready for spring?

Drop a 🌷 if you’re excited! ⬇️

📸 Rebecca Seitz

02/24/2025

Annual Trail Run May 9 & 10, 2025! A fun event for the entire family! Check out Friday Night's Family Fun 5K!

02/18/2025

Calling all mac & cheese lovers! 🧀

Head to Waukon Saturday for the ultimate showdown of cheesy, gooey goodness. Whether you’re a chef ready to showcase your secret mac & cheese recipe or a foodie excited to taste and vote, this is the event for you!

🍪Our Kids, Cookies, Cocoa and First Responders event will also be the same day, so you can check out those fun activities and taste plenty of mouthwatering mac & cheese creations.

Purchase vote tickets at the event for your favorite mac & cheese! All proceeds will go to the St. Patrick School Playground fundraiser! 🛝

Don’t miss this epic comfort food celebration! Bring your appetite, your friends, and join us for a cheesy good time! 🍴

Find out more information at WW Homestead Dairy

02/17/2025

Allamakee County loves it when The Iowa Gallivant makes a visit! Check out his last visit to Allamakee County when he stopped in Lansing, Iowa!

https://www.kwwl.com/news/on-the-road-with-the-larger-than-life-jayjay-goodvin-of-the-iowa-gallivant/article_28b784a0-eb5a-11ef-b317-8b604cc0e924.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawIfcDBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVYTPKerXoZCROcfRVmuKFglx3XTcDWZMDuDDE1yCViMnhzSv_KpqAegmA_aem_ZDVJKCRU0jPrlFuIqwdorQ

LANSING, Iowa (KWWL) There are larger than life figures, and then, there are really larger than life figures. JayJay Goodvin is the latter. He is truly a larger than life

02/15/2025

Tomorrow is the big day!!!

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02/12/2025

Grab your date and hit up what Waukon has to offer for Valentine’s Day weekend.

This year they are doing a BINGO style card that you can print off or screenshot on your phone and mark off.

What a fun way to explore Waukon with your sweetheart or friends!

Find more information on the event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1VVS1rV7j8/?mibextid=wwXIfr

02/11/2025

Now is the perfect time to start planning your spring & summer road trips!! Check out these great ideas!

02/06/2025

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching!! ❤️

You can find everything you need to celebrate your sweetheart this season! From pet stores, local boutiques, flower shops, and restaurants!

Check out Allamakee’s Events page to see all upcoming events & specials!

https://www.allamakeecounty.com/events/galentines-sip-shop-waukon

📸 Silver Laine Co.

02/02/2025

Top 10 Things to Do Along the Driftless Area Scenic Byway in Allamakee County!!

These are all awesome ideas! Add them to your 2025 Bucket Lists!

https://www.traveliowa.com/best-things-to-do-driftless-area-scenic-byway/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIM5XhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHbYjCsomrzBMSW1Lyj0A4pRA91n2_FqwfGXNc5AUfksrjzJUuDsUB4GoIw_aem_14qnP_fqx7RL5prrc4VgXg

The Driftless Area Scenic Byway is known as one of the most scenic routes in the state – here are some of the best places to stop along the way.

01/31/2025

National Inspire Your Heart With Art Day 📍 Allamakee County Edition

Today, let’s celebrate the beauty of creativity and the joy art brings our lives! Whether it’s the stunning murals in our small towns, the local artists, or the breathtaking views of Driftless Region landscapes that inspire countless paintings—Allamakee County is bursting with artistic charm!

Let’s fill the day with color, creativity, and connection! Tag us with your favorite Allamakee art moments.

PS - Mark your calendars for the Northeast Iowa Artists Studio Tour that takes place yearly in late September/early October.

A once-a-year opportunity to go for a scenic Fall drive and fill your car with original art along the way as regional artists open their studios for visits and sales!

📸 Steel Cow

01/31/2025

Take a step back in time! 🕰️ Here’s a glimpse of Mt. Hosmer's road in the early 1930s.

Do you like driving up the road to the top?

01/30/2025

What bird is most commonly spotted along the Mississippi River in Allamakee County during winter?

A) Red-tailed Hawk
B) Bald Eagle
C) Great Blue Heron
D) Peregrine Falcon

Drop your guess in the comments! 👇
(P.S. Keep an eye on the riverbanks—nature’s best shows are live here!)

📸 Outbound at Fire Point Loop Trail Harpers Ferry, Iowa

01/28/2025

Happy National Plan a Vacation Day!

Looking for a hidden gem for your next adventure?

Allamakee County, Iowa, is calling your name!

From breathtaking bluffs along the Mississippi River to peaceful trails through lush forests, this slice of heaven has something for everyone. 🌲✨

🎣 Go fishing in the Upper Iowa River.
🚶‍♀️ Hike the trails at Yellow River State Forest.
🌅 Catch a stunning sunset at the Effigy Mounds National Monument.
🍎 Visit the local wineries and enjoy fresh, local flavors.

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a history buff, or just looking for a peaceful getaway, Allamakee County is the perfect escape.

Tag your travel buddies and start planning your visit today!

Plan your trip today here: www.allamakeecounty.com

📸 Upper Iowa Resort & Rental