Iowa's Hawkeye Point was the next high point. It's a mere 1670 ft high (509 m). Just like Illinois HP it is located on farmland. This one though does not come with any visiting restictions and visitors are welcome.
The visitors welcome part is somewhat misleading though since I saw a lot of people in Illinois, but my only company at this highpoint was a tiger striped farm cat. Who was also admiring the collection of old used licence plates, one from each state in fact.
There was also nice informative signs in all kinds of directions pointing out the 49 other locations as well as their distance. I was somewhat surprised that Arizona was closer than Massachusetts, considering I'll be heading that direction soon.
The cat happily decided to part take in most photos, even if he is hidden behind the grey summit-marking stone in the above shot, he was happy to pose for a close-up below.
Stats:
State: Iowa
High point: Hawkeye Point
Elevation: 1670 ft (509.0 m)
Date: July 2nd, 2011
Total elevation to date: 91 988 ft (28 038 m)
Access: Drive-up
Difficulty rating (of 10): 2
Potential Difficulties: New road which GPS might not have xc, road construction detours.
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