Winterset, IA

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Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley

Popular places to visit

#adventure Built in 1883 by Harvey P. Jones and George K. Foster, Roseman is 107 feet in length and sits in its original location. It was renovated in 1992 at a cost of $152,515. In Robert James Waller’s novel, The Bridges of Madison County, and the movie of the same name, Roseman is the bridge Robert Kincaid seeks when he stops at Francesca Johnson’s home for directions. It is also where Francesca leaves her note inviting him to dinner. Also known as the “haunted” bridge, Roseman is where two sheriff’s posses trapped a county jail escapee in 1892. It is said the man rose up straight through the roof of the bridge, uttering a wild cry, and disappeared. He was never found, and it was decided that anyone capable of such a feat must be innocent.

Roseman Bridge

4/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Winterset with a stop at Roseman Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Roseman Bridge
On a stop over going to Whistler Mountain #blue #wanderwoman #Canada #takemeback

Clark Tower

4/5(4 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Winterset with a stop at Clark Tower. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Clark Tower

John Wayne Birthplace Museum

4.5/5(62 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at John Wayne Birthplace Museum in Winterset. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

John Wayne Birthplace Museum

The Winterset Stage

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at The Winterset Stage during your stay in Winterset. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

The Winterset Stage

Cedar Bridge

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Winterset when you stop by Cedar Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Cedar Bridge

Holliwell Bridge

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Winterset when you spend time at Holliwell Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Holliwell Bridge

Reviews of Winterset

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We visited the bridges of Madison county and local wineries. Beautiful drives.

5/5 - Excellent

Terri

Loved Winterset. John Wayne museum was nightlight. Enjoyed seeing the covered bridges. The downtown was so authentic...took you back in time. Beautiful old building. Beautiful parks. Hope to go back when the weather is nicer.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Very limited dining choices for an area with many wonderful sites to see

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place, we enjoyed our visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Patty

Loved the town, it was small but very nice.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful town. Locals are very friendly and make you feel at home. The bridges are one of our favorite places to visit.