The City of Collins, IA
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The city of Collins is located in the state of Iowa in Story County and has a population of 480 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Collins is Des Moines, approximately 23 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Collins, including The Bar, Goat Ranch Saloon, O'Kelly's Steak & Pub, Granny's Diner and Ozzy's. For a larger selection of Collins restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Collins Golf Courses, Botanical Gardens, Casinos and/or Amusement Parks, including the Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Twin Anchors Golf Club, Harvester Golf Club The, Westwood Golf Club and Prairie View Golf Course. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Collins please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 2 airports are located in or near Collins:
- Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)
- Marshalltown Municipal Airport (MIW)
Collins, Iowa Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Collins
In the month of December, Collins experiences an average high temperature of 31 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 14 degrees with an average rainfall of 1.15 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Collins with daytime temperatures averaging 80 degrees in the summer, and 30 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Collins to receive an average of 0.98 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 4.21 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 104 degrees in the summer and as low as -28 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Collins should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 60 degrees, and nighttime lows of 38.
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Collins, Iowa Attractions
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A. H. Blank Golf Course - Des Moines, The A. H. Blank Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1971, this Des Moines course designed by Larry Packard is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 515-285-0864. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 808 County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320
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Adventureland - Altoona, Adventureland is a family-owned amusement park in Altoona, Iowa. It features over 100 rides, shows and attractions.
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American Legion Memorial Golf Course - Marshalltown, The American Legion Memorial Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Marshall County Iowa. Built in 1956, this Marshalltown course is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 3 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 515-752-1834. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 1301 S 6th St, Marshalltown, IA 50158
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Arie den Boer Arboretum - Des Moines, Arie den Boer Arboretum is an arboretum located in the Water Works Park 1,500 acres at 408 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, Iowa. It is open to the public daily.
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Blank Park Zoo - Des Moines, Blank Park Zoo is a zoo on the south side of Des Moines, Iowa near Fort Des Moines, .
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Blue Course at Willow Creek Golf Course - West Des Moines, The Blue Course at Willow Creek Golf Course is a 36 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1980, this West Des Moines course is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 515-285-4558. The golf course dress code is as follows: No dress code.
Address: 140 Army Post Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Bos Landen Golf Club - Pella, The Bos Landen Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Marion County Iowa. Built in 1994, this Pella course designed by Dick Phelps is open apr 1 to oct 31. Tee times are accepted up to 30 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 800-916-7888. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required.
Address: 2411 Bos Landen Dr, Pella, IA 50219
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Briarwood Golf Course - Ankeny, The Briarwood Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1995, this Ankeny course designed by Gordy Cunninham is open mar 1 to dec 1 - closed on mondays. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 515-964-4653. The golf course dress code is as follows: No dress code.
Address: 3405 NE Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
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Copper Creek Golf Course - , Pleasant Hill, The Copper Creek Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1997, this Pleasant Hill course designed by Gordon Cunningham is open mar 1 to oct 31. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 515-263-1600. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 4815 Copper Creek Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50317
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Des Moines Art Center - Des Moines, The Des Moines Art Center is an art museum with an extensive collection of paintings, sculpture, modern art and mixed media. It was established in 1948 in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Collins, Iowa Hotels
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Collins, Iowa Restaurants
This is a list of Collins Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Pizza Restaurants and Bar & Grill Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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