Buffalo Bill Cody Homestead
The boyhood home of Buffalo Bill Cody, government Scout and Wild West Showman, is located in the broad valley of the Wapsipinicon River, a short 20 minute drive from I-80. The 1847 farmhouse, entered in the National Registry of Historic Places, was built by Isaac Cody, Buffalo Bill's father, of native limestone and contains walnut floors and trim.
The Homestead has been restored and furnished with items typical of the mid-19th century. Cody Homestead is nestled in scenic hillside overlooking the rich Iowa prairie where buffalo graze on the land surrounding the house. The Cody Homestead is air conditioned.
OPEN APRIL THRU OCTOBER:
SAT, SUN, & HOLIDAYS (closed weekdays)
9 AM - 5 PM
Adults $2, 16 and under free.
Located at 28050 230th Ave, at Bluff Road
Scott County, Iowa
Phone: (563) 328-3290
Features
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - 12:00am
Scott County, City and State offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in observation of Veterans Day.
Visit the Scott County Veterans Memorial of those from Scott County who made the supreme sacrifice. For Veterans Day information including proclamations, history, posters, and more, visit http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/.
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 1:00pm
Join naturalist Michael Granger to create a harvest wreath. Participants will create a grapevine base and then decorate it with seeds, pods, corn husks, and cobs. Wreath kits are $5 each. Participants may bring items to decorate and/or share.
Registration online required: Wreath
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 10:30am
Once a month the Wapsi River EE Center will be hosting a day just for homeschoolers!
Joins us for themed programming led by our Naturalists! The goal of this series is to immerse children in the natural world and help them experience seasonal phenomena in a hands-on way.
Most appropriate for K-8th grades, though all ages welcome. There is a program fee of $3/person payable at registration. Please plan to bring a lunch if staying all day.
November: Wild game and hunting
Online registration is required for every participant (parents included). To register click on [ Click Title for Full Article ]
Saturday, November 22, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
During this program, you will learn how to identify native mushrooms and which seasons they can be found. Then, we will take a hike outdoors to identify some of the fall mushrooms available during this time. This is a FREE program.
Online registration is required: Mushroom
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 9:30am
Come join Naturalists at this FREE program to get ready for the holiday season! We will learn how to create your own watercolor paints and repurpose and upcycle common household items, just in time for the holidays. Projects will include: homemade cards using natural paints, calendar gift bags, magazine bows, and pinecone ornaments.
Space is limited and registrations is required. Crafting
Coming in 2026: Renovated Loop-Style Group Campground at Incahias
Big changes are coming to Incahias Campground in 2026 as a major renovation is underway to modernize and improve the group camping experience in Scott County. The new campground layout includes three circular camp loops, each designed to support small groups and families with improved access, modern amenities, and efficient traffic flow.
More details, maps, and reservation information will be posted as the project progresses.
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