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Motor Mill Historic Site, Elkader

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Motor Mill Historic Site reviews

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  • Good place to hike. Cool old buildings to check out. Scenic views right on the river. Campgound close by. 
    Good place to hike. Cool old buildings to check out. Scenic views right on the river. Campgound close by.  more »
  • Such history in this well maintained mill. Great specia events. Beautiful Christmas lights on the bridge 
    Such history in this well maintained mill. Great specia events. Beautiful Christmas lights on the bridge  more »
  • We spent the day here painting the mill and various scenes along the Turkey River. The stone buildings are very well preserved. We were able to go in the mill and see the exhibits. They are not... 
    We spent the day here painting the mill and various scenes along the Turkey River. The stone buildings are very well preserved. We were able to go in the mill and see the exhibits. They are not...  more »
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  • Toured the Mill after a morning float trip on the Turkey River. The free tour was about 40 minutes long and that includes a 14 minute video at the beginning. It's a nice bit of Iowa history to visit.
  • Beautiful place, first time back to see the Mill since the bridge was rebuilt. So happy to see it re-built and the hiking trails so well maintained. Only had time for one trail but my grandkids had a blast. Will be back to try out the rest. The kids also like seeing two people fishing while kayaking down the river.
  • Gorgeous, secluded spot along the river. It was all closed but still had information on the history of the mill and other building. Adorable bridge to cross to get to the site.
  • Had been here several times in the past, always great to visit. The buildings are all closed off. But do tours throughout the year.
  • Incredible historic spot with primitive camping. 15 dollars a night, with water and pit toliets. I didn't stay but it appeared to be a good spot with the Turkey River near by. On a gravel road. Good spot to UTV, Gravel Bike etc from.

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