The region features soft rolling hills, wide and shallow valleys and a very agricultural landscape.
The region has 3 major rivers. The Des Moines, Raccoon and Skunk.
Other than Des Moines, the region contains numerous medium sized towns and smaller towns. The area is littered with history as well.
Major cities include Des Moines, Ames, Marshalltown, Newton, Fort Dodge, Iowa Falls and Grinnell.
Counties
Boone County
Dallas County
Grundy County
Hamilton County
Hardin County
Jasper County
Marshall County
Polk County
Poweshiek County
Story County
Tama County
Webster County