Menlo

First called “The Switch and then “The Guthrie Switch”, Menlo was laid out in 1869. The town motto is “A town of few & a friend to all.”  Many visitors spend their time at the new playground and shelter house. There is also camping available around the city park.  The community building is a local event center for all your parties and events. 

Outdoor Adventures & Exciting Eateries
Two local food and drink establishments are Shorts Place and the newly opened, The Sunny Spoon.

Community Highlights
Enjoy a stay in the country at the Menlo Farmhouse airbnb. The farmhouse is located In a peaceful and private rural setting on a gravel road surrounded by pastures and farm fields. The location is in convenient proximity to Des Moines (45 minutes).