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3About Winterset, IA
Winterset is the Madison County seat, located 25 miles southwest of Des Moines via Highway 92 from Interstate 35. The town sits at the crossroads of US 169 and Highway 92, making it easily accessible from the metro area in about 30 minutes. Rolling farmland surrounds this community of 5,400 people, which serves as a popular day trip destination. John Wayne's birthplace and childhood home operates as a museum downtown.
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Winterset, IA is in United States, at 41.345, -94.014 - about 26 km south of Van Meter, IA.
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What is the closest airport to Winterset, IA?
The closest airport to Winterset, IA is Des Moines International Airport, 54 km (about 47 min by car).