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Hike Neal Smith Trail
Polk City, Iowa
25.2 mi
/ 803 ft gain
Neal Smith Trail is a 25.2 mile point-to-point hike that takes you by a river located near Johnston, Iowa.
Hike Hickory Ridge Trail
Granger, Iowa
1.2 mi
/ 98 ft gain
Hickory Ridge Trail is a 1.2 mile out and back hike that takes you by a lake located near Granger, Iowa.
Hike the Lost Lake Trail
Madrid, Iowa
5.0
1.4 mi
/ 88 ft gain
Ledges State Park is located close to Des Moines and Ames, home of Iowa State University. Upon entrance to the park, campsites and picnic areas are easily accessible. The defining feature of the park are the sandstone features, or ledges, that overlook the beautiful Des Moines river. The Lost Lake Trail provides an easy loop hike for the whole family with great views.
Hike Table Rock Loop
Boone, Iowa
0.6 mi
/ 164 ft gain
Table Rock Loop is a 0.6 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Boone, Iowa.
Hike the Canyon Road and Table Rock Loop
Boone, Iowa
This park is part of the Des Moines river valley that cuts through most of the area. It's a hot spot for cooling off in the summer given the two rivers and also a great place for hiking. During the spring, fall and winter, the road down into the valley is closed. In the summer, it is open for vehicle traffic.
Starting at the upper parking lot, begin your hike by going west. The trail is cl...
Hike Crow's Nest Loop
Boone, Iowa
1.1 mi
/ 347 ft gain
Crow's Nest Loop is a 1.1 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Boone, Iowa.
Hike Ledges Table Rock Trail And Inspiration Point
Boone, Iowa
1.2 mi
/ 232 ft gain
Ledges Table Rock Trail and Inspiration Point is a 1.2 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Boone, Iowa.
Hike Ledges State Park's Canyon Road
Boone, Iowa
5.0
6.5 mi
/ 700 ft gain
From the main gravel parking loop at the top, begin your hike on the main paved road. Note: This road is currently closed to vehicle traffic due to heavy water damage on the road. This road also closes to vehicle traffic during the winter. However, it is always open to foot traffic. Follow the paved road .5 miles down to the first creek crossing. Pea's Creek will flow right under the main road,...
Hike Saylorville Lakeshore Trail
Granger, Iowa
9 mi
/ 285 ft gain
Saylorville Lakeshore Trail is a 9 mile out and back hike that takes you by a lake located near Granger, Iowa.
Places to stay
Polk City, Iowa
Sandpiper Recreation Area
Overview
Sandpiper Recreation Area is a day-use facility located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches over 50 mil...
Johnston, Iowa
Acorn Valley
Overview
Acorn Valley Campground is located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches over 50 miles up the Des Moines ...
Polk City, Iowa
Prairie Flower Recreation Area
Overview
Prairie Flower Recreation Area is located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches more than 50 miles up the...
Johnston, Iowa
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
Overview
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is a day-use facility located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches over 50 ...
Polk City, Iowa
Oak Grove Picnic Area
Overview
Oak Grove Picnic Area is a day-use facility located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches over 50 miles u...
Polk City, Iowa
Cherry Glen Picnic
Overview
Cherry Glen Picnic Area is a day-use facility located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches over 50 miles...
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