• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • Explore Des Moines
    • Explore Des Moines
  • Explore Iowa
    • Explore Iowa
  • Camping & Cabins
    • Iowa State Parks With Cabins
    • Campgrounds Near I-80 in Iowa
    • Des Moines Campground Guide
    • Campgrounds in Iowa City & Cedar Rapids
    • Campgrounds in Northeast Iowa
    • A Guide to Des Moines RV Parks
  • About
  • Contact Us
Des Moines Outdoors

Des Moines Outdoors

Explore Des Moines

When outsiders think of Des Moines, Iowa, they might picture a few buildings in the middle of a cornfield. But locals and visitors know that there’s so much more to explore in Des Moines and Central Iowa. 

Here at Des Moines Outdoors, we’re making it our mission to help you find the best the area has to offer. So, whether you’re looking for bike trails, hiking, parks, outdoor activities, or exciting things to see, we got you covered.

Explore all there is to see and do in the Des Moines area. Here are some great places to get you started.

Des Moines Weekend
Des Moines Parks
Des Moines Bike Trails
Des Moines Hiking Trails
Des Moines Riverwalk
Des Moines Lakes
Des Moines Campgrounds
Des Moines Cabins

More to explore in Des Moines

  • Des Moines Parks: Our 10+ Favorite Parks for Outdoor Activities
  • A Guide to Des Moines RV Parks
  • Des Moines Farmers Market: An Atmosphere of Fun, Food, and Festivity
  • Pools in Des Moines: Find A Fun Pool or Aquatic Center Near You
  • Mini Golf in Des Moines: Find a Fun Mini-Golf Course Near You
  • Top Des Moines Golf Courses: Play One or Play ‘Em All!
  • A One Page Guide to Disc Golf in the Des Moines Area
  • Des Moines Public Basketball Courts: Find a Court Near You
  • Tennis & Pickleball Courts in Des Moines: Find an Outdoor Public Court Near You
  • A Guide to Des Moines Boat Rentals: Find the Best One for You!
  • Archery in Des Moines, Iowa: A Short Guide to Area Archery
  • Outdoor Concerts in Des Moines: Your Guide to the Best Venues
  • Des Moines Botanical Garden: Explore the Beauty of Nature Any Time of Year
  • Des Moines Dog Parks Map and Guide
  • The Best Natural Playgrounds In and Around Des Moines
  • Prairies Near Des Moines: Exploring Our Beautiful Native Land
  • Find a Tree Nursery in Des Moines: Where To Buy Trees Locally
  • Top Garden Centers & Greenhouses In Des Moines [and surrounding areas]
  • A Guide to Shooting Ranges Near Des Moines

Spring in Des Moines

  • Spring in Des Moines: 10 Best Things to Do
  • Spring Wildflowers: Spot These Spring Beauties On Your Next Hike
  • Central Iowa Trout Fishing: Where to Fish For Trout Near Des Moines
  • When To Start Seeds Indoors in Iowa

Fall in Des Moines

  • 10+ Best Things to Do in the Fall in Des Moines
  • The Best Fall Colors in Des Moines, Iowa
  • A Guide to Apple Orchards Near Des Moines
  • Find a Fun Des Moines Pumpkin Patch: A Guide to Area Pumpkin Patches
  • The Best Fall Camping Near Des Moines, Iowa

Winter in Des Moines

  • Things to Do In Des Moines: Winter Edition
  • Christmas Tree Farms Near Des Moines: Find Your Perfect Tree Locally!
  • Christmas Lights in Des Moines: Don’t Miss These Holiday Light Displays!
  • Ice Skating in Des Moines: A Guide to Ice Skating Rinks and Lessons
  • Brenton Skating Plaza: Best Outdoor Ice Skating in Des Moines
  • Cross Country Ski in Des Moines: Best Places For Skiing, Ski Rentals, and More!
  • Snowshoeing in Des Moines: Find the best trails, rent snowshoes, and more!
  • The Best Sledding In Des Moines: Find Sledding Hills Near You
  • Where to See Bald Eagles in Central Iowa
  • 10 Fun Winter Weekend Getaways Near Des Moines
  • Fun Things to Do Over Winter Break in Des Moines
  • 10+ Fun Winter Date Ideas for the Des Moines Area

Primary Sidebar

About Des Moines Outdoors

Des Moines Outdoors is a site dedicated to helping you find the best of everything outdoors in the state of Iowa. We’re native Iowans that, for over 25 years, camped, hiked, biked, and explored our home state. We encourage you to do the same.

There’s so much more to see and do in Iowa than many people imagine! Our goal is to help visitors and residents alike experience the best of our beautiful state.

Search

More Outdoor Fun in Iowa

Sign up for our seasonal newsletter on the best things to do and places to see!

    We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.

    No spam, just four newsletters each year.

    Built with ConvertKit
    when to start seeds
    Ledges State Park
    Rv Essentials

    Recent Articles

    • Bellevue State Park in Iowa: A Park With a Breathtaking View
    • Wildcat Den State Park: One of the most picturesque historic Iowa State Parks [+pictures!]
    • Maquoketa Caves State Park: See the Iowa Outdoors Like Never Before [+pictures!]
    • Campgrounds Near Interstate 80 in Iowa: Find the Best Camping Along I-80
    • Spring in Des Moines: 10 Best Things to Do

    Categories

    Footer

    Categories

    Archives

    DISCLAIMER/DISCLOSURE

    We make no express or implied claims or warranties regarding this website or results from using the information, content, materials, products, or services on DesMoinesOutdoors.com.

    Everything you read on this site is for entertainment purposes only. We do our best to keep up with the latest info on parks, trails, and other outdoor activities. But things change, and we don’t always know. 

    Outdoor activities can be dangerous and unpredictable. Use of the information on DesMoinesOutdoors.com is at the users’ risk. Users recognize this risk and agree to hold us harmless for any liability from the use of information on DesMoinesOutdoors.com, including, but not limited to, bodily injury, death, property damage, sickness, or disease. We assume no liability for the use of this website, any information on the site, or any inconvenience or injury resulting from information on the activities or places on this site.

    This site may contain affiliate links. See the full disclosure here.

    Copyright © 2023 · Des Moines Outdoors

    x
    x