Iowa, United States
Loess Hills Scenic Byway
Unique windblown loess hills along the Missouri River.
Sioux City → Council Bluffs
- Distance
- 98 mi
- Level
- Easy
- Type
- Mountain
- Season
- April - November
Highlights
- Loess Hills formations
- Missouri River views
- Western Iowa vistas
Must ride
★ 8.8/ 10
Risks
Fuel stops
Food stops

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