Iowa’s state parks are truly amazing, and it’s worth exploring them all – but what do you do when you’ve completed that item on the bucket list? One thing I love to do is explore county parks and discover some amazing surprises hiding in our own backyards. A great example of this is Kennedy Park in Fort Dodge, Iowa – a charming local park packed with recreation options and even a surprising lodging choice! But this unique park has another big surprise waiting for residents and visitors – it’s basically an elaborate art installation serving as both a unique playground and a touching veterans’ memorial, giving a spotlight to many local artists as well as creating a truly marvelous environment that often feels like it stepped right out of a painting and into the Hawkeye State.

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Have you visited Kennedy Park in Fort Dodge, Iowa? Tell us about your visit and favorite places in the comments section! You can find out more about the park’s many unique features on the My County Parks website. You can read more about the Yurt village in our past coverage, and check out this unique car-themed restaurant! If you’re looking for a place to spend the night, check out the Holiday Inn & Suites Express Fort Dodge.

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