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At many motels, you’re likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

Check out the festivals or simply enjoy the restaurants in this family-friendly area while you’re sightseeing. Visitors like Ankeny for its shops. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Saylorville Lake, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, and Reiman Gardens. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Adventureland, Science Center of Iowa, and Blank Park Zoo. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Otter Creek Golf Course, Ankeny Art Center, and Woodland Hills Golf Course.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Ankeny to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 28°F. The snowiest months in Ankeny are January, February, November, and April, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Ankeny to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the city center. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.