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High Trestle Trail Bridge – High Trestle Trail Bridge loop from Madrid

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Iowa
Boone County
Madrid

High Trestle Trail Bridge – High Trestle Trail Bridge loop from Madrid

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3.5

(19)

48

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High Trestle Trail Bridge – High Trestle Trail Bridge loop from Madrid

01:01

17.0km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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3.67 km

High Trestle Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The High Trestle Trail Bridge is one of the most well-known rail to trail art installations. It's 130 feet tall and wrapped in 43 twisting steel ribs that are lined with LED lights.

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8.45 km

The Woodward Trailhead is part of the High Trestle Trail (HTT) that links to several multi-use pathways throughout central Iowa. Woodward boasts an adorable street sign to promote local businesses, …

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12.6 km

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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12.7 km

High Trestle Trail Bridge

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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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17.0 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.7 km

131 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.8 km

131 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 15 October

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