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Governor Dodge State Park offers excellent hiking and swimming just outside Dodgeville — the driftless area's distinctive topography makes for memorable trails.
The Fair
The Iowa County Fair, based in Dodgeville, is a five-day early September fair in the heart of Wisconsin's driftless area. Iowa County is home to Governor Dodge State Park and Folklore Village, and the scenic ridges and valleys define one of Wisconsin's most beautiful agricultural landscapes.
What You'll Find There
Livestock shows, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, fair food, and community entertainment serve this picturesque southwestern Wisconsin agricultural county.
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