Iowa is at the heart of the country, and the middle of the Midwest. Even though we’re best known for our river borders and boundaries, there are miles and miles of land that we share with our neighboring states. If you take a little road trip to the northwest corner of the state, you’ll find a spot where you can stand in three states at once!
All along the borders of the Hawkeye State, there are lookout points and views that show off more than one state. Did you know, though, that there’s a place where you can actually stand in three states at once?
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Head all the way up to Lyon County to find the place where South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa all meet.
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You’ll technically have to cross a bridge into South Dakota to find the monument, which is upkept by our neighbors to the north.
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The Tri State Iron Monument is set back off the road a bit, so park carefully and you can get out and see it up close, for yourself. Then, you can stand at the tri-point and be in three states at once!
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The first tri-point marker was left at this spot in 1859. A new one was left in 1938, but it was damaged in a car accident in 1979. It was repaired and re-set in 1980 by Lyon County, IA, Rock County, MN, and Minnehaha County, SD.
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This beautiful monument represents the communities of Siouxland and offers a unique roadside stop if you happen to be driving through the area.
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The monument is easy to find from Route 9! Head north from Larchwood towards Grand Falls, and turn right onto 100th Street after the casino. You’ll see the monument on the side of the road after about 3 miles!
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Have you been to any other tri-points in the country? Tell us in the comments below!
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Be sure to stop and take a picture of yourself in all three states!
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