Crescent, Iowa - The Heart of the Loess Hills

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Minutes northeast of Omaha and Council Bluffs is the small community of Crescent, Iowa. Here you'll find some of the worlds most fertile soil, beautiful scenery, and about 630 friendly people.

Crescent, Iowa's location in Southwest Iowa

Take a drive on one of the historic highways that twist through the scenic Loess Hills and you’ll pass things like ski hills, and nature centers… And then, you may find yourself double-checking the map. Yes, this is Crescent, Iowa, and we are very proud to call it home!

We invite you to check out some of the things to do in Crescent and plan a weekend trip. The best part is that we’re less than 15 minutes from both Omaha and Council Bluffs, so it’s easy to find time for your Crescent adventure.