Anthon: River Landscape, Art and History

Anthon combines the landscape along the Little Sioux River with an impressive culture of remembrance, regional history and special experiences on the water. Anyone planning a trip featuring nature, art and an authentic local character will find several different ways to shape their days here. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can therefore consider whether the focus for you should be on the river landscape, culture, history or regional cuisine.

Little Sioux River and Stahl Park

Anthon is located on the Little Sioux River and near the Loess Hills. This setting offers opportunities for fishing, hunting and picnicking, as well as beautiful views of the landscape. This makes it possible to create a varied stay: A peaceful excursion into the countryside can be followed by a cultural visit in town, while the river provides its own perspective on the surrounding area.

Raft trips are possible on the Little Sioux River and can end at the new boat landing in Stahl Park in Anthon. The public Stahl Park has special features and numerous facilities. This combination is interesting for your travel planning if you do not want to focus your stay exclusively on sightseeing, but also include an experience on the water and time in a public park. When making specific plans, check which offerings are scheduled for your travel period.

Art and Remembrance in Anthon

A prominent cultural landmark is the Woodbury County Freedom Rock in Anthon. It has been recognized as an important work of art and as part of Ray Sorenson’s memorial project for all 99 counties. The Freedom Rock gives the town an artistic distinction that can be combined well with a walk through Anthon and further impressions of the surrounding area.

The Veteran's Memorial Wall honors female and male soldiers and other military personnel from the region who served their country. It represents a local form of remembrance and complements the artistic character of the Freedom Rock with a thoughtful historical aspect. If you are traveling with your family, you can use both sites as an opportunity to talk about regional history, remembrance and different forms of public art.

Historical Development and Local Meeting Places

Anthon developed in connection with the construction of the railroad and was platted on February 17, 1888. This specific date makes the town’s development tangible without limiting Anthon to its past. The combination of railroad history, river landscape and contemporary local culture creates a diverse setting for a trip.

The Anthon Events Center offers an event space for up to 500 guests with a fully equipped kitchen and a fully equipped bar; a tour can be arranged. For culinary experiences, there is Fireside Steakhouse & Lounge, which has been serving food and spirits for more than six decades. This means that when choosing your accommodation, you can consider not only nature and culture but also the desire for a stay featuring regional food.

Which Accommodation Fits Your Travel Plans?

A holiday apartment in Anthon can serve as a base for days with different focuses: You can make the landscape along the Little Sioux River the centerpiece, explore the Freedom Rock and the Veteran's Memorial Wall, or complement your stay with experiences in the park and local dining. What matters is less a prescribed order than which combination of activities, history, public art and food suits your travel group. To compare other places, you can also look at Sioux City and Sergeant Bluff.

For the overarching travel overview: Woodbury.