From the outside it looks like a typical oldish building, but once you step inside, it's nothing you would expect. The "cell-house" has a bit of a spooky weird vibe to it. Not saying it's haunted, but there is most definitely a presence to this little jail. The mechanics of the squirrel cage have been disengaged, but you still get... More

The Squirrel Cage Jail in the round is on the National Register of Historical Places and is one of 3 in the country. It was used as a jail from 1885 to 1969. The 3 stories of pie shaped cells revolved around to one exit door on each level. The idea is so unique and construction quite amazing. After a... More

What to say about the squirrel cage! You have got to see it to appreciate it. My husband's family is from CB so we knew of this but finally went to visit it. It's not to be missed! How unique! So glad we took the time to see it. More

Seven dollar admission price way too high. Interesting piece of jail architecture but really not worth the money or the time. More

me and my husband went to visit Council Bluffs and stopped by this county jail. It was one creepy jail, but really cool. we haven't seen anything like it!! we were having a great time taking pictures and learning the history of the jail. More

I totally enjoyed my visit to Pottawattamie County Squirrel Cage Jail. When you walk in a strange feeling overcomes you and its pretty scary. You walk around the old jail and hear of the strange tales of jailers and ghost stories. On the walls are prisoners messages and writings. It really,truly felt as if the place was haunted!! I recommend... More