The Cedar Valley
Cedar Falls and Waterloo create a combined metropolitan area of nearly 110,000 residents, which is called the Cedar Valley. Both cities have grown into a thriving community, rich in agricultural development, engineering and cultural diversity. Downtown Cedar Falls is a great place to find shopping, great food, and outdoor entertainment during the summer and fall.
There are many reasons why people choose to live, learn, work and play in the Cedar Valley. There are more than 110 miles of trails to explore, unique dining experiences, a symphony, hockey and baseball teams, playhouses, and annual citywide festivals and celebrations that show UNI students how much Cedar Falls/Waterloo appreciates the bond between the cities and university.
