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Ankeny Welcome Sign – High Trestle Trail loop from Ankeny

Mountain biking trails

Ankeny Welcome Sign – High Trestle Trail loop from Ankeny

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4.9

(5658)

14,000

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Ankeny Welcome Sign – High Trestle Trail loop from Ankeny

03:20

65.0km

160m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: February 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.08 km

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.

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2

2.15 km

Ankeny Iowa

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.

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3

2.19 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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4

4.09 km

Prairie Lakes

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

This paved path connects Northwest 18th Street with the High Trestle Trail, and along the way, you'll cross a quiet residential area with two small lakes where, by the way, swimming is not allowed.

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5

14.0 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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6

26.4 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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7

36.5 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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8

42.7 km

Night Hawk Bar & Grill

Highlight • Restaurant

B

65.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

63.7 km

934 m

240 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

64.5 km

399 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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