The California Zephyr Route: Chicago ➝ Denver ➝ Salt Lake City ➝ San Francisco Stops in Iowa: Burlington, Mount Pleasant, Ottumwa, Osceola, Creston Scenic Highlights: Mississippi River crossings, rolling hills, and the vast plains of the Midwest This is Amtrak’s most scenic cross-country route, and Iowa travelers are lucky to board it from five locations within the state. ???... https://amtrak-station.com/stations/iowa-amtrak-stations/