Fort Defiance State Park
Estherville, Iowa
58 miles away
"Ames travelers may come for a weekend drive into northwest Iowa and a different landscape than central Iowa. The park’s history and views make it a distinctive stop for road trippers."
A blufftop park with Civil War history, river views, and peaceful picnic areas.
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View park detailsFrank A. Gotch State Park
Humboldt, Iowa
59 miles away
"Ames visitors may head north for a quiet, uncrowded stop away from campus and city activity. It works well as a short detour for road-trippers and history fans."
A small memorial park honoring wrestling champion Frank A. Gotch with picnic space and a peaceful setting.
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