Kossuth County, County division in Iowa, United States
Description
Kossuth County is an administrative division in north-central Iowa spanning a large area of land. The region contains agricultural areas, small communities, and natural habitats for wildlife.
History
The county was founded in 1851 and took its name from the Hungarian revolutionary leader. It later became part of Iowa's settled agricultural landscape with growing communities.
Culture
The name honors Lajos Kossuth, a Hungarian leader who led a revolution against the Habsburgs in 1848. Visitors discover this European history woven into the region's identity and local stories.
Practical
Most administrative services are handled in Algona, the county seat. Visitors should plan to travel by car, as this area sits in Iowa's rural farmland.
Did you know?
Union Slough National Wildlife Refuge protects wetlands and marsh habitats that shelter rare bird species and other wildlife. This protected area lets visitors experience the region's natural diversity firsthand.
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Grotto of the Redemption
33.2 km
Henry Adams Building
15.3 kmUnion Slough National Wildlife Refuge
11.3 kmAmbrose A. Call State Park
17.5 km
Kossuth County Courthouse
15.3 kmWilliam C. and Hertha Dau House
15.7 kmThomsen Round Barn
28.4 kmFirst Presbyterian Church
33.5 kmDes Moines River Bridge
24.7 km
George E. Stubbins House
34.9 km
Lu Verne City Jail
34.2 kmAlgona Junior and Senior High School Building and High School Building Annex
15.5 kmG.A.R. Memorial Hall
15.5 km
Hobo Museum
35 kmRuss Wildlife Area
36.3 kmGoose Lake State Game Management Area
35.2 kmLuke Rossiter Wildlife Area
34.2 kmCrystal Lake State Game Mgt Area
34.3 kmIowa Wetland Management District
11.3 kmSportsman County Park
29.2 kmBritt Country Club
34.6 kmHillside Golf Club
25.9 kmNorth Kossuth Golf Club
10.1 kmRiver Road Golf Club
11 kmWest Bend Golf and Country Club
35 kmGruis Golf Course
23.7 kmCountry Greens Golf Course
30 kmKossuth Lajos
15.4 km
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