Loess Hills National Scenic Byway

Golden Hills RC&D coordinates the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway. Check out their website to learn more: http://visitloesshills.org/​ 

Western Skies Scenic Byway

Golden Hills coordinates the Western Skies Scenic Byway, which traverses four counties 

Glacial Trail Scenic Byway

We also coordinate the Glacial Trail Scenic Byway, a 36-mile loop in northwest Iowa. 

Other Tourism Work

In addition to coordinating two scenic byways, Golden Hills RC&D staff are involved with the Western Iowa Tourism Region, Watta Way, and other coalitions to promote tourism in the region. Tourism is important to local communities and economies, particularly in rural areas that have experienced major population and job losses in recent decades. We support numerous agritourism projects, outdoor recreation, museums, art galleries, cultural programs, and more. Southwest Iowa has so much to offer--come visit us and stay for a while!