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City	Red Oak
State	Iowa (IA)
County	Montgomery County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	41.009715
Longitude	-95.225547
Population	5,596
Density	550.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	51566, 51591
Area Code	641
County Seat	Red Oak
School District	Red Oak Community School District

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About Red Oak, Iowa

Red Oak is a locality in Montgomery County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,596. The population density is 550.3 people per km². Red Oak is located at 41.0097°N, 95.2255°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Red Oak is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 51566, 51591.

Red Oak emerges from the vast expanse of the Iowa prairie, defined by the quiet persistence of the Red Oak Creek as it carves a path through the dark, fertile soil. It lies 37.4 miles east-southeast of Council Bluffs, IA (from Council Bluffs, IA: bearing 118°T), and is situated 18.5 miles north-northeast of Shenandoah. The surrounding horizon stretches into an endless geometry of tilled fields, where the quality of light at dusk turns the soybean and corn stalks into rows of burnished copper. Beyond the immediate fields, the terrain rises into subtle, rolling slopes that hint at the broader geological character of the region. Residents of Red Oak enjoy the verdant expanse of College Park, a quiet refuge that marks the intersection of local life and the natural world. Only ten miles away, the waters of Viking Lake provide a stillness that complements the rhythmic pulse of the plains.

History in Red Oak traces back to the steady expansion of the nineteenth century, when the railroad transformed the landscape into a vital node for trade and agriculture. The local economy remains deeply rooted in the productivity of the land, with manufacturing and processing industries standing as modern successors to the early mercantile spirit. These industries provide a stable fiber for the local workforce, maintaining a balance between traditional hard work and the innovations of the present day. Red Oak continues to honor its agrarian heritage, even as the community adapts to the shifting demands of a modern marketplace. The unshowy, literate civility of the people here reflects a long history of self-reliance and communal cooperation.

Cultural life in Red Oak finds its expression in the preservation of historic architecture and the steady observance of seasonal traditions that bring neighbors together. The town square remains a center of gravity, serving as a landmark for the daily movements of those who call Red Oak their home. Among those who have shaped the broader reputation of the region, the actor Johnny Carson spent formative years in this part of Iowa, carrying the influence of the plains into his later career. Events throughout the year emphasize a shared identity, fostering a sense of belonging that persists despite the changing seasons. The air here holds a crisp, honest quality, particularly in the autumn when the harvest brings a profound sense of completion to the year.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Restored Burlington Northern Depot & World War II Memorial Museum (Museum) — 0.6 mi, 209° SW
Kelly Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 205° SW
Legion Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 344° N
Montgomery County Historical Center (Museum) — 1.4 mi, 358° N
Anderson Wildlife Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 055° NE
Anderson Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 048° NE
Swedish Heritage and Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 6.7 mi, 106° E
Viking Lake State Park (State Park) — 9.3 mi, 102° E
Willow Slough Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 12.9 mi, 299° NW
Wabash Trace Nature Trail (State Recreation Area) — 13.2 mi, 236° SW
Olson/Linn Museum (Museum) — 14.1 mi, 113° SE
Cass County Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 16.1 mi, 017° N
Rapp Park & Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 16.5 mi, 204° SW
Lake Shawtee Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 16.9 mi, 232° SW
Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum (Museum) — 18.4 mi, 204° SW
Page County War Memorial (Monument) — 21.1 mi, 152° SE
Civil War Memorial (Monument) — 21.2 mi, 152° SE
Sister Cities (Monument) — 21.2 mi, 152° SE
Reasoner School (Historic Ruins) — 24.8 mi, 273° W
Treynor High School Auditorium (Arts Centre) — 25.1 mi, 308° NW
Davies Amphitheater (Theatre) — 26.6 mi, 275° W
Sinister Sidney (Attraction) — 28.0 mi, 230° SW
Mile Hill Lake (Viewpoint) — 29.2 mi, 275° W
Waubonsie State Park (State Park) — 31.8 mi, 226° SW
Kramer Power Plant (Historic Ruins) — 35.5 mi, 285° W
Bellevue Little Theatre (Theatre) — 36.0 mi, 284° W
Historic Squirrel Cage Jail (Attraction) — 36.8 mi, 298° NW
Squirrel Nest (Public Artwork) — 36.9 mi, 298° NW
Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 46.0 mi, 307° NW · 7,936 acres
Desoto National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 52.1 mi, 311° NW · 16k acres

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