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Ankeny Welcome Sign – High Trestle Trail Bridge loop from Ankeny

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Ankeny Welcome Sign – High Trestle Trail Bridge loop from Ankeny

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Ankeny Welcome Sign – High Trestle Trail Bridge loop from Ankeny

04:48

79.0km

250m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.05 km

Ankeny Welcome Sign

Highlight • Monument

Ankeny sits near the beginning (or end depending on direction) of the High Trestle Trail. It's a great stop for lunch or bike supplies.

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13.1 km

Polk City Junction Oasis Gazebo

Highlight • Rest Area

This gazebo is a nice spot for a mid-ride break. The Oasis sits along the High Trestle trail and has a picnic table, water fountains, and restrooms.

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22.7 km

Night Hawk Bar & Grill

Highlight • Restaurant

26.1 km

High Trestle Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The High Trestle Trail is a 25-mile trail that runs through five towns. It was built on an old rail bed and is mostly flat. It is fully paved and …

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38.7 km

View of High Trestle Trail Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

A converted portion of an early-1900s-era railroad bridge overlooks the modern bridge, the Des Moines River, and the surrounding farmland. There are restrooms nearby.

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38.7 km

High Trestle Trail Bike Repair Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Bicycle tools, an air pump, and a shelter house with picnic tables right next to the overlook so you can enjoy the views while your cycling buddy takes care of business.

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38.8 km

High Trestle Trail Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The High Trestle Trail Bridge is a 1/2 mile long, 13-story high bridge that spans the Des Moines River Valley. It is one of the largest trail bridges in the …

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79.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

71.4 km

6.45 km

952 m

139 m

135 m

Surfaces

72.1 km

6.63 km

162 m

159 m

Elevation

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Sunday 17 May

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33 %

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Ankeny Welcome Sign – High Trestle Trail Bridge loop from Ankeny

Ankeny Welcome Sign

Polk City Junction Oasis Gazebo

Night Hawk Bar & Grill

High Trestle Trail

View of High Trestle Trail Bridge

High Trestle Trail Bike Repair Station

High Trestle Trail Bridge

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