Amana Colonies
Amana, IA
Seven villages founded by German Pietists who lived communally until 1932. Walk the brick and sandstone streets and stop for German-style food and crafts.
- Nearest town
- Amana, IA
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 41.7995, -91.8707
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Kent Park Family CampgroundCampsite9 mi from Amana ColoniesWi-Fi
- Hannen Park CampgroundMotorhome stopover13 mi from Amana ColoniesMotorhomes
- Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca CampgroundCampsite14 mi from Amana Colonies
- Morgan Creek CampgroundMotorhome stopover14 mi from Amana ColoniesMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
- Sandy Beach CampgroundCampsite14 mi from Amana ColoniesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- East Iowa Bible CampCampsite23 mi from Amana ColoniesTentsCaravans
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FAQs
Where is Amana Colonies?
Amana Colonies is in Amana, IA, at GPS 41.7995, -91.8707. It is about 60 mi from Pella.
Can you camp near Amana Colonies?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Amana RV Park & Event Center, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 23 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Amana Colonies?
Amana Colonies is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Covered bridges, Dutch windmills and the Amana Colonies.
What is there to see near Amana Colonies?
Places worth a stop nearby: Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Birthplace (28 mi), Backbone State Park (58 mi), Maquoketa Caves State Park (60 mi) and Vermeer Windmill (60 mi).
When is the best time to visit Amana Colonies?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)