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Geological region in the Midwestern US
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The Driftless Area (also called the Driftless Zone) is a multistate region in the United States Midwest centered along the Mississippi River and containing portions of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois. The area is known for its deeply carved river valleys and rolling hills, making the area a hunting and camping destination and one of the few skiing areas in the Midwest. In many respects, the geography of the region creates not only unique ecosystems but also a unique culture.
The area, despite being relatively remote, is immediately accessible via a number of interstates and routes including the following:
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