Things to do in Cherokee with kids

Iowa is a very rural state, but one that should never be overlooked. It is charming, quaint, beautiful, and jam packed with places to go with kids!

There is a plethora of places to enjoy the great outdoors, such as the very cool Spook Cave, the historic Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge and the secluded Wilson Island State Park.

The beautiful and the quirky will always be just around the corner, with the National Farm Toy Museum and Fort Custer Maze, and the whole family will love the rural farm fun with Center Grove Orchard and Bloomsbury Farm – a real taste of the Iowa hospitality and charm!

Don’t think for a second that Iowa can’t be thrilling – just head to Adventureland Park or the classic Arnolds Park – one of the oldest amusement parks in the WORLD!

And don’t forget to get those baseball fans down to the Field Of Dreams Movie Site!

Is this Heaven? No, it’s Iowa…

There are so many fun things to do in Cherokee with kids, we have a feeling you just might not want to leave!

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  • Sanford Museum and Planetarium

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    Cherokee, IA
    The Sanford Museum offers a variety of educational programs for groups on subjects including Astronomy, Geology, History, Natural History, and Prehistory.
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  • Kings Pointe Waterpark

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    21 miles
    Storm Lake, IA
    Indoor and outdoor fun for all ages at this Iowa waterpark next to Storm Lake. All year round swimming fun!
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  • Blue Bunny Ice Cream Parlor and Museum

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    Le Mars, IA
    Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Iowa Cream Capital of the World, home of Blue Bunny Ice Cream, in Le Mars, IA.
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  • Play All Day

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    45 miles
    Sioux City, IA
    Offer over-the-top fun for under 10s with awesome inflatables and age zoned play stations that engage young imaginations and exercise little bodies!
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  • Sioux City Public Museum

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    46 miles
    Sioux City, IA
    The Sioux City Public Museum preserves and shares the heritage of Sioux City through a variety of exhibitions, programs and historic structures. We tell the stories of our community through exhibitions, educational programs and events.
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  • Sioux City Art Center Hands On Gallery

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    47 miles
    Sioux City, IA
    A creative interactive art gallery for kids (and adults!) to experience the colorful and fascinating world of art! A fun (and maybe messy!) family day out in Sioux Falls.
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  • Pirates Cove Mini Golf

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    47 miles
    Arnolds Park, IA
    Arrrr those swashbucklers will love putting their way through the 18th century, with waterfalls, and pirate ship ruins in this fun 18-hole mini golf course!
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  • Arnolds Park

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    Arnolds Park, IA
    Classic amusement park FUN in Iowa for the whole family! Built in 1889, this historic theme park has classic rides and attractions, as well as dining, shopping, and live concerts - all on the shores…
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  • Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center

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    Sioux City, IA
    A visit to Stone Park would not be complete without a visit to the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center. The center features a variety of interpretive displays, including a "walk-under" prairie, a 400-gallon aquarium of native…
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  • Woodbury Conservation Area

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    Sioux City, IA
    Welcome The Woodbury County Conservation Board invites you to explore nearly 5,000 acres of unique conservation lands. You will find a tremendous variety of outdoor recreational opportunities ranging from lake fishing to river canoeing, from…
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  • Grotto of the Redemption

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    West Bend, IA
    The Grotto is a composite of nine separate Grottos, each portraying a scene in the life of Christ. The Grotto includes the largest collection of precious stones and gems found anywhere in one location. The…
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  • W H Over State Museum

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    Vermillion, SD
    At the W. H. Over Museum we are rich in the history of the land. From its early beginnings the museum has collected and exhibited the natural history materials of the state and region. The…
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  • Shelby County Historical Museum

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    Harlan, IA
    Welcome to the Shelby County Historical Museum, located at the corner of Pine Street and Morse Avenue in Harlan. Opened in 1975 as a Bicentennial project, the facility has grown to four buildings including the…
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  • Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park Sioux Falls

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    Sioux Falls, SD
    Wall to wall trampolines, with open jump, dodgeball, foam pits and lots of bouncing fun in Sioux Falls!
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  • Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science

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    81 miles
    Sioux Falls, SD
    The mission of the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science is to educate, entertain, inspire and to enrich community by making arts and science part of our lives.
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  • Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum

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    82 miles
    Sioux Falls, SD
    Home to 1,000 amazing animals – from anteater to zebras – the Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls, SD offers up-close views of animals including giraffes, tigers, rhinos and a jumping, hooting array of primates.
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  • Danish Windmill Museum and Welcome Center

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    84 miles
    Elk Horn, IA
    The Danish Windmill Museum is for all people interested in Denmark, Danish Customs, Scandinavian traditions and, of course, windmills. Elk Horn's Danish Windmill is America's only authentic working Danish Windmill. The Mill, originally built in…
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  • Wild Water West

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    85 miles
    Sioux Falls, SD
    Your ticket to summer fun with this splashing water park in Sioux Falls, as well as go karts, batting cages and paintball!
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  • Wilson Island State Park

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    90 miles
    Missouri Valley, IA
    Historic, and teeming with wildlife and adventure, this Iowa State Park gives you hiking and skiing trails, picnic areas, river activities and camping - all ready and waiting to join in your outdoor family day…
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  • End O Line Railroad Park and Museum

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    91 miles
    Currie, MN
    The preservation of something which is changing and often, in these areas, disappearing is the purpose of the End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum. Hear the old steam locomotive puff and chug throughout the countryside. Hear…
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  • Guthrie County Historical Village

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    95 miles
    Panora, IA
    The Guthrie County Historical Village, located on a beautiful 4-acre complex near the Middle Raccoon River and old Lenon Mill Park on the southwest side of Panora, Iowa, features ten buildings and numerous exhibits that…
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  • Jeffers Petroglyphs

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    96 miles
    Comfrey, MN
    One of the world's great historic sites, with ancient rock carvings that are sacred to the American Indians. Fascinating family day out in Minnesota, with several special events and guided tours to complete your historic…
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  • Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad

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    97 miles
    Boone, IA
    The Iowa Railroad Historical Society is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization which is dedicated to the preservation of, and educating the public about, the history of Iowa's railroads. Enjoy learning about the history of railroading at…
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  • Missouri National River

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    98 miles
    Crofton, NE
    Kids who visit the Missouri National Recreational River are in for a treat! Recreational activities abound here. They include hiking, fishing, canoeing, boating, and picnicking, just to name a few.
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