Loess Hills Scenic Byway
Council Bluffs, IA

The area that is now the city of Council Bluffs was once known as the "gateway to the American West." Explorers like Lewis and Clark stopped here. The great Indian tribes of the past called this area their home. Pioneers and travelers passed through Council Bluffs for decades. In the 1840's more than 30,000 Mormon refugees stopped in Council Bluffs on their way to Utah. These pioneers built structures that are now historic sites in the city. Now Council Bluffs is a growing city with lots of places to explore and enjoy.