Bridge Over Des Moines – Des Moines River loop from Ankeny

Bridge Over Des Moines – Des Moines River loop from Ankeny

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Bridge Over Des Moines – Des Moines River loop from Ankeny

02:41

57.6km

210m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 32.6 km for 90 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

65 m

Ankeny

Highlight • Settlement

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.

Tip by

6.27 km

Lake Future

Highlight • Lake

This is a beautiful little lake with a good quality paved trail around it. It may only be 1.2 miles in length but it is a gorgeous spot and it …

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20.8 km

Sycamore Wildlife Area

Nature Reserve

21.0 km

Trestle to Trestle Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Trestle to Trestle Trail goes from Des Moines to Johnston. It is a fairly short trail at 3.7 miles long but it is a very good connector trail. It …

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25.2 km

At the Bridge over the Des Moines River, where the Inter Urban Trail crosses, you'll find a serene spot perfect for a rest and enjoying the view. Take a break here and soak in the tranquil atmosphere along the riverbank.

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26.1 km

Neal Smith Trail at Riverview Lake

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Neal Smith Trail skirts right along the river. It's very quiet and a nice ride. With no traffic to worry about, it's an ideal place to escape the city!

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27.2 km

Riverview Lake & Park

Highlight • Lake

Check out the revamped Riverview Park. Once an amusement park, it's now a municipal park with a playground and permanent bandstand. Despite delays due to COVID-19, the project was completed in fall 2020.

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28.1 km

Neal Smith Trail Recreation Area

Nature Reserve

38.3 km

Des Moines River

Highlight • River

Along the Des Moines River, Iowa's largest river, you'll find a wealth of culture, tradition, and recreational opportunities. Here, and along most of the trail, you'll enjoy stunning views, making it perfect for adventure-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike.

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44.2 km

Des Moines River

Highlight • River

The Des Moines River is a tributary of the Mississippi River, as well as the largest river in Iowa. Historically, the river has a rich history of culture, tradition, recreation and adventure.

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57.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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