Area Travel - AmericInn^® of Stuart, IA

Welcome to Stuart and Beautiful Iowa!

Conveniently located just 30 minutes from West Des Moines and 25 minutes from Winterset, the AmericInn of Stuart is the perfect lodging choice when visiting many popular Iowa attractions. When staying in Stuart, IA be sure to check out the Jordan Creek Shopping Center, the Bridges of Madison Country, and John Wayne's birthplace. The nearby 5x80 Country Club and Lake Panorama Golf Course also offer challenging play for visitors seeking outdoor recreation. Whatever your interests, Stuart, Iowa has something for everyone. Welcome to the AmericInn of Stuart, IA. Welcome to the end of the day.

Area Attractions and Activities

Stuart Municipal Pool - A heated outdoor swimming pool, open during the summer.
Address: 324 SW 2nd Street
Distance: 4 miles
Phone: (515) 523-1455

Stuart Speedway - Stock car race track.
Distance: 5 miles
Phone: (515) 523-1319

Dale Valley Vineyard and Winery - The gift shop is open on Saturdays and Sundays from April to December for wine-tasting and purchases, with special musical events periodically through the season. It is also available to rent for family gatherings, weddings, and other special occasions.
Address: 3097 285th Street, Stuart, IA
Distance: 8 miles
Phone: (515) 523-2199

Nation's Bridge Park - A county park about five miles north of Stuart on county highway P-28 (Wagon Road, the continuation of North Division Street). It has 85 acres for picnicking, camping, hiking, and fishing. There are nature trails, playground equipment, picnic tables, grills, shelter houses, restrooms, showers, camping pads, electrical outlets, and a trailer dumping station.
Address: County Highway P-28
Distance: 6 miles
Phone: Call the Guthrie County Conservation Board, 523-1789, for more information.

Raccoon River Valley Trail - A 33-mile asphalt-paved route from Yale through Panora to Waukee; it is mainly a bike trail, but walkers, joggers, rollerbladers, cross-country skiers, and birdwatchers also use it.
Distance: 5 miles
Phone: Call the Guthrie County Conservation Board, 523-1789, for more information.

Raccoon Ridge 3-D Archery - A 3-D archery course.
Address: 3281 298th Lane
Distance: 3 miles
Phone: (515) 523-1351

Raccoon Ridge Music Hall - Barn dances, karaoke, and gospel music events. It is also available to rent for parties, reunions, and other special occasions.
Address: 3281 298th Lane
Distance: 3 miles
Phone: (515) 523-1351