Take A Tour Of Kendrick Forest Products, The Largest Sawmill In Iowa

Iowa is home to thousands of small, family-run businesses, but one that’s certainly left a mark is Kendrick Forest Products. Not only are they the largest employer in Edgewood, but this family-owned landmark is the largest sawmill in Iowa.

Kendrick Forest Products is one of the Midwest's oldest operating sawmills, and it's the largest sawmill in Iowa. You can tour this landmark with your family!

This enormous sawmill began as a small town operation in the 1950s. Today, they export wood and products to more than 17 countries!

Most of the lumber here is sourced within 100 miles, and Kendrick is known for finding rare and impressive cuts of wood. You can take a tour to see this amazing facility for yourself.

Tours embark on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m., and you'll need to schedule yours in advance. Be prepared for the walking tour to take up to two hours as you learn all about this innovative Iowa company.

While "sawmill tour" might not be at the top of your bucket list, kids and adults alike are regularly amazed at what they see when they tour the floor of the largest sawmill in Iowa.

Kendrick Forest Products showcases the entire process, from the selection of trees to the final product, on this walking tour of their facility.

The sawmill tour is regularly recommended as one of the most underrated things to do in Iowa, and it's the perfect destination for a family day trip or Scouts adventure.

You'll learn so much about household products and decor that you see every day!

Gather a group to tour the largest sawmill in Iowa and you'll be amazed at what you discover here at Kenrick Forest Products.

Visit the Kendrick Forest Products website, here, to learn more about this fascinating Iowa business and book your family tour.

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Kendrick Forest Products, 601 S Washington St, Edgewood, IA 52042, USA

You Can Tour Iowa's Largest Sawmill At The Often Overlooked Kendrick Forest Products

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