Category: Historic US Route 20

Holstein’s Prime Rib Party, Spicy Ida Grove Mouthfuls & Castle Hunting in Ida County, Iowa
2022 T-Bone Trail · Historic US Route 20 · Northwest Iowa

Holstein’s Prime Rib Party, Spicy Ida Grove Mouthfuls & Castle Hunting in Ida County, Iowa

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*Northwest Iowa is a region that’s big on beef and that means Ida County was making another appearance on the T-Bone Trail! Our visit to Ida County was funded and sponsored by the Western Iowa Tourism Region. Some of the goods, meals and services were complimentary. The views expressed in this blog post are of… Continue reading Holstein’s Prime Rib Party, Spicy Ida Grove Mouthfuls & Castle Hunting in Ida County, Iowa

Giant Cowboy Ribeye, Lake View Exploring & the “Early” Sunset in Sac County, Iowa
2022 T-Bone Trail · Historic US Route 20 · Iowa Wine · Northwest Iowa · Outdoors All Year

Giant Cowboy Ribeye, Lake View Exploring & the “Early” Sunset in Sac County, Iowa

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*The Western Iowa county I’ve been to the most times in my life, and I’m still finding more ways to keep coming back while waltzing into places of business I’ve never been to before. Our trip to Sac County was funded and sponsored by the Western Iowa Tourism Region. Some of the services, meals and… Continue reading Giant Cowboy Ribeye, Lake View Exploring & the “Early” Sunset in Sac County, Iowa

Endless Woodbury County, Iowa Discoveries: Iconic Taverns, Thick Cut Memories & the History of America
2022 T-Bone Trail · Grownup Getaways · Historic US Route 20 · Museums and History · Northwest Iowa · Outdoors All Year

Endless Woodbury County, Iowa Discoveries: Iconic Taverns, Thick Cut Memories & the History of America

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*The largest metro area in Western Iowa is the Sioux City area, and we covered a ton of ground in this great American town and much more throughout this huge county! Our trip to Woodbury County was sponsored and funded by the Western Iowa Tourism Region. The views expressed in this blog post are of… Continue reading Endless Woodbury County, Iowa Discoveries: Iconic Taverns, Thick Cut Memories & the History of America

Sizzlin’ J Bar & Grill in Galva, IA (Ida Co)-The Western Iowa T-Bone Trail
2021 T-Bone Trail · Historic US Route 20 · Iowa Food · Northwest Iowa

Sizzlin’ J Bar & Grill in Galva, IA (Ida Co)-The Western Iowa T-Bone Trail

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*Another NW-Iowa treasure and they’re always putting the sizzle in Ida County. Buckle up for more of the Ribeye magic on this steak filled adventure through Western Iowa! Our meal at Sizzlin’ J Bar was complimentary. The views expressed in this blog post are of our own. Now, let’s Gallivant! Galva, IA: Ida County Historic… Continue reading Sizzlin’ J Bar & Grill in Galva, IA (Ida Co)-The Western Iowa T-Bone Trail

There’s a 4 Diamond Warrior That’s Ready for You in Sioux City, Iowa
2021 T-Bone Trail · Historic US Route 20 · Lodging · Northwest Iowa

There’s a 4 Diamond Warrior That’s Ready for You in Sioux City, Iowa

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*When in NW-Iowa you might as well make your reservations at one of the most upscale hotels in the state. Our stay at The Warrior Hotel, Autograph Collection was complimentary. The views expressed in this blog post are of our own. Now, let’s Gallivant! Sioux City, IA: Woodbury County Having good times in Downton Sioux… Continue reading There’s a 4 Diamond Warrior That’s Ready for You in Sioux City, Iowa

Sac County & Its Beefy Trailhead: Massive Amounts of Public Art & Iowa’s Most Underrated Lake Town
2021 T-Bone Trail · Family Adventures · Historic US Route 20 · Iowa Food · Northwest Iowa · Outdoors All Year · Roadside Iowa

Sac County & Its Beefy Trailhead: Massive Amounts of Public Art & Iowa’s Most Underrated Lake Town

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*The inaugural Western Iowa T-Bone Trail had to make its last stop at some point. I was so glad to have this wonderful set of NW-Iowa communities closing it out. Our visit was sponsored by Sac Economic and Tourism Development. Some of the goods, services, and meals were complimentary. The views expressed in this blog… Continue reading Sac County & Its Beefy Trailhead: Massive Amounts of Public Art & Iowa’s Most Underrated Lake Town

Surf & Turf on Old Highway 20: Castles & Creeks in Ida County, Iowa
2021 T-Bone Trail · Family Adventures · Historic US Route 20 · Iowa Food · Northwest Iowa · Outdoors All Year · Roadside Iowa

Surf & Turf on Old Highway 20: Castles & Creeks in Ida County, Iowa

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*Northwest Iowa was a big friend to us this year and we discovered a treasure trove of great road trip material with every mile traveled. Our trip was sponsored by Ida County Economic Development. Some of the goods, services, and meals were complimentary. The views expressed in this blog post are of our own. Now,… Continue reading Surf & Turf on Old Highway 20: Castles & Creeks in Ida County, Iowa

Cruise Calhoun County, Iowa All Day & Into the Rodeo’s Sunset
2021 T-Bone Trail · Family Adventures · Historic US Route 20 · Northwest Iowa · Roadside Iowa

Cruise Calhoun County, Iowa All Day & Into the Rodeo’s Sunset

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*We traveled hundreds of miles through NW-Iowa this summer with Calhoun County landing on the trail with a relaxing way to enjoy the Racoon River. More county blacktops, small-town attractions, and plenty more locals to meet on the T-Bone Trail! Our trip here was sponsored by Calhoun County Tourism. Some of the goods, meals, and… Continue reading Cruise Calhoun County, Iowa All Day & Into the Rodeo’s Sunset

Vineyards to Pastures & Bringing Out a Woodbury Warrior in NW-Iowa
2021 T-Bone Trail · Historic US Route 20 · Iowa Food · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits · Northwest Iowa · Roadside Iowa

Vineyards to Pastures & Bringing Out a Woodbury Warrior in NW-Iowa

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*2015 was our last road trip to the Sioux City area and this time, in 2021, we saw a whole lot more of the county. Our trip was sponsored by Woodbury County Community & Economic Development. Some of the products, meals, and service were complimentary. The views expressed in this blog post are of our… Continue reading Vineyards to Pastures & Bringing Out a Woodbury Warrior in NW-Iowa

Iowa’s Wurst Road Trip: Casing Holstein
Historic US Route 20 · Iowa Food · Iowa's Wurst Road Trip · Northwest Iowa

Iowa’s Wurst Road Trip: Casing Holstein

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Holstein, IA: Ida County Just look at that famous hot link from Tiefenthaler’s Quality Meats up there. Grilling and campfire season over? Try to tell that to all the people preparing for tailgaters in the final weeks of football season! Those hot links have a very large fan base and they are perfect anytime of… Continue reading Iowa’s Wurst Road Trip: Casing Holstein