Lyon County Map, Iowa
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Lyon County, Iowa
Lyon County occupies the northwestern corner of Iowa, bordering both South Dakota and Minnesota. It’s named after Nathaniel Lyon, the first Union general killed in the Civil War.
Lyon County is home to Iowa’s newest state park, Good Earth at Blood Run. This park preserves an important Native American cultural site.
The county seat, Rock Rapids, gets its name from the rapids in the Rock River that runs through town. With about 12,000 residents, Lyon County is known for its strong agricultural base.
| Categories | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Lyon County |
| County Seat | Rock Rapids |
| Population | 12,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Rock Rapids, George, Lester, and several unincorporated communities including Doon and Inwood |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 75, Iowa Highway 9, Iowa Highway 27 |
| FIPS Code | 19-119 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 768 square miles (land: 766 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Rock County, Minnesota (North), Nobles County, Minnesota (Northeast), Osceola County (East), Sioux County (South), Lincoln County, South Dakota (West), Minnehaha County, South Dakota (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 43.40°N, 96.16°W |
| Etymology | Named after Nathaniel Lyon, a Union general during the Civil War |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Pahoja, Rock Rapids Historical Society Museum, and the Lyon County Fairgrounds |
| Website | Lyon County Website |
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