The Two RV Gypsies at Central Gardens of North Iowa in 2012 and 2017

The two RV Gypsies
at Central Gardens of North Iowa

Nestled in the heart of Clear Lake, Iowa, Central Gardens is North Iowa's largest and only public garden. Central Gardens of North Iowa sits on 2.75 acres of land which was the former site of Central Intermediate School.

The gardens are home to over 22 theme gardens. The Ceremonial and Activity Lawns together with the Naturalist Terrace, Reunion Terrace and Fountain Courtyard provide much needed space for guests and visitors to use for corporate events, weddings, family reunions or just a quiet stroll or lunch.

The Nature Education Pavilion (NEP) offers indoor rental space with an incredible view of the garden and ceremonial lawn. The garden depends upon hundreds of volunteers to help plant and care for the garden, assist with it's numerous events, and support it financially. Through the support of so many, the garden is grateful for the opportunity to provide nature, education, and beauty to the community.

Below: A really great butterfly design

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Central Gardens of North Iowa 2012 (this page)
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Des Moines Botanical Center	Center Street Bridge Walk
John and Mary PappaJohn Sculpture Park	Adventureland Amusement Park
Living History Farms in Urbandale	The Buddy Holly Plane Crash Memorial
Central Gardens of North Iowa 2012 (this page) OR go to Central Gardens in 2017	Clear Lake, Iowa
Fort Custer MAZE in Clear Lake, Iowa

The two RV Gypsies at Central Gardens of North Iowa
Nestled in the heart of Clear Lake, Iowa, Central Gardens is North Iowa's largest and only public garden. Central Gardens of North Iowa sits on 2.75 acres of land which was the former site of Central Intermediate School. The gardens are home to over 22 theme gardens. The Ceremonial and Activity Lawns together with the Naturalist Terrace, Reunion Terrace and Fountain Courtyard provide much needed space for guests and visitors to use for corporate events, weddings, family reunions or just a quiet stroll or lunch. The Nature Education Pavilion (NEP) offers indoor rental space with an incredible view of the garden and ceremonial lawn. The garden depends upon hundreds of volunteers to help plant and care for the garden, assist with it's numerous events, and support it financially. Through the support of so many, the garden is grateful for the opportunity to provide nature, education, and beauty to the community.
The 22 display gardens are strung like pearls on a necklace along the main path system so that visitors can easily experience them.

Below: A really great butterfly design

AFTER you have viewed all 9 sections above, please continue on to the adventures of the two RV Gypsies in Minnesota: The Jolly Green Giant and Redwood Falls OR If you came here from the 2017 - Iowa menu, return there now.

OR

Continue Navigation in the order of your choice via the alphabetical or category buttons below

OR Click here to see travels by the year (not the best way)

AFTER you have viewed all 9 sections above, please continue on to the adventures of the two RV Gypsies in Minnesota: The Jolly Green Giant and Redwood Falls

OR If you came here from the 2017 - Iowa menu, return there now.

Continue Navigation in the order of your choice
via the alphabetical or category buttons below