Local Area Recreation Near Newton / Des Moines East KOA Journey

Start your engines..... INDYCAR and NASCAR Races neighbor Newton/Des Moines East Campground at the Iowa Speedway!  Maytag Dairy Farms originated in Newton, Iowa and is known worldwide for their delicious blue cheese. The Des Moines Metro is a short 30 minute drive along I-80, making it convenient for day trips to different activities.

Iowa Speedway Races!

Iowa Speedway Races!

Several races and special events are at the Iowa Speedway right across the interstate. We book up fast on race weekends so call early! We are close to the Iowa Speedway so very convenient.

Iowa Speedway

3333 Rusty Wallace Dr

Newton, IA 50208

866-787-8946

Website

Downtown shopping in Newton

Downtown shopping in Newton

Quilting! Gifts! Jewelry! Art! Decor!
Newton has a variety of unique retail shops, boutiques and artisan goodies. Most shops have websites and/or Facebook pages. We recommend checking them out online or calling for hours and special events.  We highly recommend these must-stops on the Newton Downtown Square:

  • Nancy's Canned Creations
  • Earthwise Pet Supply & Grooming 
  • Choices Christian Books and Gifts
  • Book Trader
  • Fine Things Reclaimed - Decor & Gifts
  • Silverado Boutique
  • The Jeweler's Bench
  • Mojo Cycling
  • Crazy Redhead Quilting
  • Betty J's Mercantile
  • the Geisler Penquite Gift Shop in the Centre for Arts & Artists
  • Varieties - vintage and one-of-a-kind treasures
  • Looking Pretty Sly - clothing, hat and charm bars. 
  • West Side Java Coffee
  • Cardinal Corner Ice Cream