Tree in the Middle of the Road

After being diverted from the highway because of a major accident, we ventured out on some (very) bumpy dirt roads in search of this roadside attraction and our predetermined detour. (If you do try to seek out this spot, proceed with caution—roads are poorly/un-maintained.)

When we finally found it we were mildly disappointed—don’t get me wrong, it’s a cool photo opp, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to add this one to your road trip list.

Most exciting thing in Iowa by far.

Wow can't wait to experience this tree in the road

why is this a thing

As an Iowan, I would suggest that you not make this stop if there as been a recent rain. The dirt roads would have ruts and the possibility of getting stuck would be higher. Gravel roads are fine rain or no rain. Dirt roads not so much. City slickers don't need to beware, they need to be smart.

THIS WAS THE BEST PART OF MY ROADTRIP FROM DETROIT TO DENVER!!!!! I was a little hesitant to take the dirt road at first but then I just yolo'd it and went ahead. Coming from the East side, the road is the most beautiful and smooth dirt road i have ever been on. After passing the tree and continuing towards the West, the road turns from dirt and gravel to mud. I gets bumpy and slow but I never felt worried at all. I did this detour in a '97 Camry with 166k miles on it and it was stacked with all my moving stuff. Great tree too, worth the journey

We went to see the tree in late July. It wasn't a treacherous trek at all. We approached from the east traveling along 350th, and left to the north. It was really a neat, quirky little spot to visit. A friendly neighbor of the tree even came down on his four-wheeler to offer to take my wife's and my picture together with the tree.

I agree with the previous post, it is a un-maintained road as I was to find out quickly. I luckily was able to turn around without incident but I considered myself lucky. 4x4 and some adventure maybe but be aware!

DO NOT I repeat DO NOT try to find this tree!! The 'roads' are dirt, gravel and mud. I got stuck once for a minute before the tree and was stupid enough not to turn around. Now half a mile away from the paved roads I'm too stuck to free myself and in the last almost two hours AAA has yet to find a tow company to pull me out; they refuse to come down even the .5 mile because they don't want to get stuck themselves. AVOID!!!

EDIT: Four and a half hours to get out of the road only .2 miles from the pavement. The tow truck driver who pulled me out called it 'hairy' when talking to me and swore like a sailor when he was working and didn't know I was listening. Again I strongly advise against stopping here.

We had to drive down a dirt road for a while but it was SO worth it. It was beautiful and really fun to take pictures next to. Just watch out for tractors, haha.