Council Bluffs, Iowa is located east of the Missouri River directly across from Omaha. The city is home to a new River’s Edge Park, which includes a pedestrian bridge over the river, splash pad, sand area, 5-acre lawn, public art and River’s Edge Pavilion. Visit the Union Pacific Railroad Museum, the RailsWest RailRoad Museum, or the Historic General Dodge House, the 19th century home built by a Civil War General and Railroad magnate. Enjoy the outdoors with a visit to the Western Historic Trails Center, Lake Manawa State Park, or the Lewis and Clark Monument and Scenic Overlook.
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