Area Attractions
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County:* Jefferson County Park - Established in 1977 * Chautauqua Park * Waterworks Park * Roosevelt Recreation Center * Jefferson County Trail System * Fairfield Golf and Country Club * Walton Club
Nearby Cities:* 0 mile(s) from Fairfield, the county seat of Jefferson County * 22 mile(s) from Mount Pleasant * 25 mile(s) from Ottumwa
Education:* 1 mile(s) from MUM, Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular scheduled tours of the university are available.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County:Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County:Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County:Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County:Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County:Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest in Fairfield and Jefferson County:Located 22 miles west of Mount Pleasant and 25 miles east of Ottumwa, Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County. Incorporated in 1847, Fairfield was home to the first Iowa State Fair in 1854. Fairfield and Jefferson County have many points of interest to enjoy while in town. * Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. This library was the first time Carnegie funded a library in a town where he had no ties or investments. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. It now houses the Fairfield Women's Club. It is one of the 27 buildings in downtown and the surrounding area that is on the national historical register. * Maharishi University of Management - Offering a unique approach to education. Fully accredited traditional programs are taught in the light of the inner experience gained through the practice of Transcendental Meditation programs. Regular scheduled tours of the university are available. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. It is the very house in which Fairfield was named. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at the First Swedish Augustan Synod.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield:* Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm, bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park - Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield:* Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm, bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park - Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield:* Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm, bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park - Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield:* Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm, bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park - Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield:* Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm, bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park - Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared sunfish and tiger muskie.
Places of Interest Outside of Fairfield:* Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa, rustic remnants from Iowa's Riverboat era, woodland trails, the lazy Des Moines River and much more. * American Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. This science and art center is for the whole family with more than 60 hands-on exhibits including hurricane maker, robot arm, bicycle generator, plasaphere and veterinary display and much more. * Geode State Park - Located in Danville, the geode stone for which this park is named brings "rock hounds" to the area in search of this elusive prize. The prime attraction of this 1640-acre park is Lake Geode, a 186-acre lake built in 1950. Over the years, the lake has become well known for excellent fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, bullhead, red-eared sunfish and tiger muskie.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County:* Jefferson County Park - Established in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court, weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies, woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County:* Jefferson County Park - Established in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court, weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies, woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County:* Jefferson County Park - Established in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court, weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies, woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County:* Jefferson County Park - Established in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court, weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies, woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County:* Jefferson County Park - Established in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court, weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies, woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Recreation Areas of Fairfield and Jefferson County:* Jefferson County Park - Established in 1977 it holds trails, hiking and biking, picnic areas, campgrounds, camping cabins, nature center (Indian artifacts, aquarium and full naturalist on staff) and wildlife. * Chautauqua Park - Shelter houses, restrooms, picnic and playground areas, horseshoe courts and 9-hole disc golf course. * Waterworks Park - Fishing, picnicking, playground, shelter, restrooms and home of Bonnifield Cabin. * Roosevelt Recreation Center - Indoor pool, racquetball court, weights and exercise equipment. Guests of the Best Western Fairfield Inn can get free passes to the recreation center. * Jefferson County Trail System - Portions of the proposed 33-mile loop trail around Fairfield are now open. The trail will give close-up access to some of the most scenic opportunities that Fairfield and Jefferson County have to offer including prairies, woodlands, wetlands, streams and lakes. These trails offer peaceful healthy exercise and recreation for everyone. * Fairfield Golf and Country Club - Private club 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, dining and lounge. * Walton Club - Scenic private club, 9-hole golf course overlooking Walton Lake, dining and lounge.
Transportation:* 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation:* 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation:* 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation:* 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation:* 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Transportation:* 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport
Local Attractions:* Carnegie Library - The first library built in Iowa and west of the Mississippi, it now houses Indian Hills Jefferson Center and the Carnegie Historical Museum. * McElhinny House - A well preserved example of vernacular domestic structure, which was built before 1850. * Bloomfield Cabin - One of the oldest standing structures in the state, the 1838 log cabin was relocated to Waterworks Park in 1908. * Johnny Clock Museum - Located just east of Fairfield, it features dozens of hand-carved clocks of native and exotic woods. Also located in Lockridge one will find the New Sweden Lutheran congregation, organized in 1884 at the First Swedish Augustan Synod. * Villages of Van Buren - Located straight south of Fairfield on Highway 1, you will discover the treasures of rural Iowa * American Gothic House - Located in Eldon this simple frame house, built in the 1880's, was made immortalized by Iowan Grant Wood, when he photographed a father and his daughter in front of the house. The portrait is called the "American Gothic". * Exploritorium Of Iowa - In Ottumwa, discover Southern Iowa's most exciting place to learn. * Geode State Park `- Located in Danville
Transportation:* 55 mile(s) from Burlington Regional Airport * 100 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport * 120 mile(s) from Des Moines International Airport