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Towns of Guthrie County |
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Adair is located next to I-80 and along the historic White Pole Road. Adair also sits on top of the M & M Divide, at roughly 1,250 feet above sea level.
Adair has long been an active railroad town and the railroad is still an important part of Adair’s community, which visitors can view when entering Adair from the south while passing over the historic Rock Island RR Bridge.
Visitors are also welcomed with a quaint city park and charming brick street in the downtown district.
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ADAIR |
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QUICK FACTS
Population 839
City Hall 320 Audubon Adair, IA 50002
Phone 641.742.3751
Web www.visitadaircounty.com/adair
Must-see Attractions Jesse James Train Robbery Marker Evolution of Flags Historic Rock Island Railroad Bridge “Smiley Face” Water Tower
Special Events Jesse James Days |
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“Smiley” greets travelers along I-80 |
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BAGLEY |
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Bagley is a busy little town along Highway 141, which makes easy access for visitors to many of the recreational areas located in Guthrie County. Bagley’s little roadside park, located next to the highway, offers a nice stop for travelers who need a short break in the shade. The park is known by many as a hotspot for bargains during the annual Highway 141 Garage Sales. |
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Antique car tour taking a stop in Bagley |
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BAYARD |
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CASEY |
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Casey sits along I-80 and the historic White Pole Road. Casey’s downtown area, with its original buildings and brick street, is home to several antique stores, a new library, and Veterans’ Memorial Park. The small city park offers picnicking and camping. |
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Veteran’s Memorial Park |
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COON RAPIDS |
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Coon RapidsAlthough the majority of the town of Coon Rapids is located in Carroll County, a significant and historically important part of the area is in fact located in Guthrie County. In October of 2006, Coon Rapids—Whiterock was selected as one of three “Great Places,” in a new program created by the State. The newly-formed Whiterock Conservancy, formerly Garst Farms Resort, is 4,300 acres of beautiful land located along the Middle Raccoon River.
Coon Rapids also offers a beautiful golf course (located along Hwy 141), a new aquatic center, and a delightful downtown district where visitors can still park right in the middle of the road! |
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JAMAICA |
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Jamaica is located along Hwy 141 and wonderful Jamaica Trail Spur, the old abandoned railroad right-of-way which is used for public hunting, hiking, and bird watching. The spur is actually part of the soon-to-be-completed “loop” that will connect with the Raccoon River Valley Trail in Herndon and allow bikers to travel on to Dallas County or continue into Guthrie County.
In the summer, the town is busy with go-kart racing fans who visit the Jamaica Raceway weekly from April through September. Jamaica also attracts many visitors who are doing genealogy research. The Jamaica Library is the headquarters for the Guthrie County Genealogical Society. |
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LINDEN |
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Although Linden is located in Dallas County, the town and its residents have had close ties to Guthrie County for many years. In 1962, Linden and Panora consolidated schools to form Panora-Linden. What was originally the Linden school was eventually used as the P-L Elementary school until consolidation with Yale-Jamaica-Bagley called for a new building to be constructed in Panora.
While the school is no longer used and the railroad is no longer passing through town, Linden, is a nice stop along the Raccoon River Valley Trail. |
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Bikers on the RRVT near Linden |
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MENLO |
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Located along the White Pole Road, Menlo is a quiet town with a relaxed setting. The town boasts several historical landmarks, including the Sacony Mobile Gasoline Station, that was featured on the cover of The Iowan (Jul/Aug 06), and the Methodist Episcopal Church, which resembles a beautiful white castle. The city park allows for camping and picnicking. |
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Gas Station Man along the WPR in Menlo |
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PANORA |
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Established in 1851, Panora is the oldest community in Guthrie County. Panora is located in eastern Guthrie County along the old Panora Speedway (now Highway 44 and part of the Western Skies Scenic Byway) and the old Milwaukee Railway which is now the Raccoon River Valley Recreational Trail. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Raccoon River Valley, rolling hills, and impressive woodland areas, Panora also has numerous Victorian homes, several historical buildings, and plenty of old-world charm to please any historical enthusiast. |
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Canoe Float along the Middle Raccoon River/Lenon Mill Park |
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STUART |
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Stuart is now known for its many architectural treasures, such as the Masonic Temple and All-Saints Historic Church, and many are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Stuart, which is located in both Adair and Guthrie County, is situated along I-80, the White Pole Road, and the Western Skies Scenic Byway. |
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Site of Bonnie & Clyde Bank Robbery in Stuart |
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Bayard is located along Hwy 141 and visitors are invited to the business district with a charming vintage sign. In the downtown area, you will find the newly-completed Hall of Pride museum and park honoring the Bayard High School.
Bayard also offers visitors two other city parks with tennis courts, playground equipment, and picnicking areas surrounded by beautiful trees. |
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Hall of Pride in Bayard |
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Antique cars lined up on Main Street—Jamaica |