Little River Recreation Area is a superb place to kick off your sightseeing in Iowa. Of course, there are loads more attractions worth adding to your must-do list in this area. Little River Beach is also recommended by fellow travelers.
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AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Price was $592, price is now $547 per person
$547
per person
Dec 26 - Dec 29
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM)
16/10 Exceptional! (816 reviews)
The staff was good but the place needs up dated and the furniture was chipped up . The mattress on the fold out couch was terrible! The pillow they gave was the worst thing I have ever seen! The pool and hot tub was good! The door fixtures in the pool area were all rusted and in terrible shape! The fire alarm system went off many times at 4:30 in the morning! No staff ever let anyone know what was going on! We took our grandchildren there and they asked next time to stay somewhere nicer!
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny
Price was $650, price is now $604 per person
$604
per person
Dec 26 - Dec 29
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM)
8.8/10 Excellent! (468 reviews)
We were traveling home so we didn’t know where we would be but wanted something easy to get to. This was perfect.
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025
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Nine Eagles State Park
4.5/5(3 reviews)
You can take time to visit Nine Eagles State Park during your travels to Davis City. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Little River Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Little River Beach during your trip to Leon?
Little River Recreational Park
Explore the great outdoors at Little River Recreational Park, a lovely green space in Leon.
Slip Bluff County Park
3.5/5(3 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Slip Bluff County Park, a lovely green space in Davis City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Foreman City Park
3/5(1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Foreman City Park, a lovely green space in Lamoni. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.
Graceland University
4.5/5(11 reviews)
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Graceland University, during your travels in Lamoni. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Best Lodging Options Near Little River Recreation Area
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Little River Inn Motel & Guest House
708 W 1st St, Leon, IA
5 minutes to Little River Lake! Three-Bedroom Cottage -Accommodates 7 guests
Leon
Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
Decatur City
Looking for a cozy getaway? This country property is perfect!
Weldon
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Lamoni
226 South Spruce Drive, Lamoni, IA
Looking for a getaway? This property is perfect for your vacation!
Weldon
Lamoni Inn & Suites
2013 E Main St, Lamoni, IA
Lakeside Hotel Casino
777 Casino Dr Osceola IA
JLBrinkmeyer Ranchhouse, cozy and authentic, set in beautiful southern Iowa
Lamoni
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.