Des Moines boasts over 100 miles of trails and was recently named the number one walking city in Iowa by Prevention magazine. Our extensive trail system is perfect for walking, running and biking.

NEW TRAIL MAPS FOR 2010!

A new Greater Des Moines Recreational Trails Map and Downtown Recreation Trails Map are now available. Both maps highlight the area walking, biking and running trails throughout Greater Des Moines and Downtown. The Downtown map also features public art pieces and suggested walking routes. The maps are available to download below. Click here to read a press release about the new trails maps.

The maps are courtesy of the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau (GDMCVB), Iowa Health – Des Moines, the Friends of Des Moines Parks and the City of Des Moines Park and Recreation Department.



 Greater Des Moines Recreational Trails Map






 Downtown Recreational Trails Map

PRINCIPAL RIVERWALK

Check out the Principal Riverwalk, a new development in Downtown Des Moines that features a 1.2 mile recreational trail connecting the east and west sides of downtown and a new pedestrian bridge.