Ringgold County, Iowa was established in 1851 and covers an area of 563 square miles with a population of just around 5 thousand people. Mount Ayr is the county seat with various attractions like historic buildings, garden and parks. Agriculture has always been a main source of income but other industries have started developing as well such as manufacturing, tourism and entertainment. Outdoorsy activities include camping, fishing, hunting and boating at Lake Blue Pit or the local state park.