Discover fascinating and exciting local attractions around Newton, IA, in a stylish and comfortable 2023 Buick Enclave, and enjoy every mile behind the wheel. Drive to Iowa’s largest wave pool and longest lazy river, enjoy the view from the tallest observation tower in the Midwest, listen to the unique musical sounds of a Klokkenspel, and visit the biggest treehouse in the region.
1. Adventureland Resort
Adventureland Resort at 305 34th Avenue NW in Altoona is the ultimate destination for thrill seekers all year round. Beat the heat at Adventure Bay, Iowa’s largest wave pool, and float down the state’s longest lazy river. Slide down the Bermuda Quadrangle’s twisty tube slides and funnels and relax on the 25,000-square-foot Breaker Beach.
Have a scream on the Outlaw, a tight weaving wooden coaster, catch the A-train for a round trip through the resort, and hop aboard the 100 feet high Giant Sky Wheel for magnificent views. The resort offers many entertainment options, from live music and comedy theater to puppet and magic shows. There are various restaurants, and snack bars with every eat and treat you can imagine to tickle your taste buds and fill your tummy.
2. Cordova Park Observation Tower
The 106-foot-high tower in the 1100-acre Cordova Park at 1378 Highway G28 in Otley is the tallest observation tower in the Midwest. Before the tower became a tourist attraction, it was used for water storage and now boasts one of the longest fiberglass staircases in the country.
Climb the 170 steps to the top for a spectacular view over the Des Moines River Valley and Lake Red Rock, the biggest lake in Iowa. On a clear day, landmarks as far as 35 miles away are visible.
3. Pella’s Klokkenspel
The impressive Carillon clock in Franklin Street in Pella was the dream of local business owner H. Stuart Kuyper and was designed and built especially for Pella. The Klokkenspel features 147 chiming bells and eight four-foot mechanical figures that portray important people in the town’s history.
Listen to the musical bells from the Klokkenspel Plaza, beautifully decorated with arched niches filled with Delft tile scenes and picturesque flower beds. The Klokkenspel performs daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., and 9:00 p.m.
4. The Big Treehouse
Mick Jurgensen and his family started building the Big Treehouse in 1983, and it became a family hobby. The beautiful multi-level wooden treehouse on 2370 Shady Oaks Road in Marshalltown is tucked away between the dense foliage in his luscious garden. The treehouse has 12 levels, is over 55 feet high, and has more than 5,000 square feet of floor space.
The peaceful retreat is comfortably equipped with a spiral stairway, treetop boardwalks, electricity, running water, and even what they call a “decorative outhouse.” Visit the Big Treehouse website to book a private tour led by Mick’s grandmother Mary Gift and his mother, Judy Jurgensen.
The region has quite a few exciting surprises packed with fun. Swing by Lauterbach Buick GMC today for top-quality new and pre-owned vehicles, expert maintenance and repair services, and exceptional customer care.
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