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A fantastic rail-to-trail run in scenic Iowa


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25.8

Miles

41.5

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100%

Runnable

1,064' 324 m

High

875' 267 m

Low

408' 124 m

Up

337' 103 m

Down

1%

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5%

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This is an amazing rail-to-trail through scenic Iowa with long, challenging climbs! We only were able to explore the High Trestle Bridge area on foot during this trip, but highly recommend the trail as it has a very nice surface and scenic views.

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Andy Cramb

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in Ankeny

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in Ankeny

#21

in Iowa

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There are outcroppings along the bridge to get this view.  It's not for people who have an issue with heights.  :)  It's about 13 stories high (40 meters)
Apr 12, 2020 near Madrid, IA
The river was way above flood stages for weeks, I've seen many other pics of normal river levels and there's no water on any of this land in those pics!
Apr 12, 2020 near Madrid, IA
The bridge access hike is kinda steep in one location, but overall a pretty nice connection to check out the bridge over the Des Moines River.
Apr 12, 2020 near Madrid, IA
The art welded on the bridge simulates the look of a mine shaft, used to represent the local mining operations from long ago.
Apr 12, 2020 near Madrid, IA

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