Gay Lea Wilson Trail is a 21-mile trail on the east side of Des Moines. It winds along a creek, around a scenic lake, and has many places to stop along the way! One segment extends from Ankeny to Des Moines, and another links Pleasant Hill to Altoona. The Gay Lea Wilson Trail The trail is named after local trail advocate Gay Lea Wilson. In the 1980s, she was one of the first to visualize … [Read more...] about Gay Lea Wilson Trail: An Excellent Route From Ankeny to Altoona
Trails
Levee Trail: An Easy Connector From West Des Moines to Des Moines
Levee Trail may not be super long, but it’s one of the most used trails in the Des Moines area. The trail serves as an important connector to get from West Des Moines to downtown Des Moines and beyond! The Levee Trail Levee Trail extends northeast for about 3 miles, from Raccoon River Park to Walnut Creek Trail in Des Moines. From its intersection at Walnut Creek Trail, head east or west on … [Read more...] about Levee Trail: An Easy Connector From West Des Moines to Des Moines
Clive Greenbelt Trail: A Charming Trail With Art, Parks, and More!
Clive Greenbelt Trail is one of the best trails in the Des Moines area. And with hundreds of miles of trails in Central Iowa, that’s saying something! This popular 7.9-mile paved trail winds along Walnut Creek and through dense woodlands—you’ll soon forget you’re in an urban setting! Along the route, take in the art exhibit, and stop at your choice of parks and restaurants. It’s a trail you’ll … [Read more...] about Clive Greenbelt Trail: A Charming Trail With Art, Parks, and More!
Walnut Creek Trail: From Windsor Heights to the Heart of Des Moines
The Walnut Creek Trail is a beautiful 3.2-mile creekside trail in Windsor Heights. It's terrific on its own, but it's also a vital trail connector between Des Moines and the western suburbs! The Walnut Creek Trail This is a scenic paved trail that extends southeast from Colby Park in Windsor Heights to the Bill Riley Trail near Ashworth Park in Des Moines. It’s a popular connector to the … [Read more...] about Walnut Creek Trail: From Windsor Heights to the Heart of Des Moines
Principal Riverwalk: A Remarkable Trail in Downtown Des Moines
The Principal Riverwalk isn’t your average trail. It’s a recreational park district in the middle of downtown Des Moines! You’ll enjoy walking along the beautiful Des Moines River, but you’ll find much (much!) more to do while you’re there. The Principal Riverwalk: More Than a Trail The Principal Riverwalk Project is a joint effort by the City of Des Moines, Principal Financial, and the … [Read more...] about Principal Riverwalk: A Remarkable Trail in Downtown Des Moines