Des Moines River – Trestle-to-Trestle Trail loop from Johnson Pit

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United States

Iowa

Polk County

Des Moines River – Trestle-to-Trestle Trail loop from Johnson Pit

Moderate

4.5

(9033)

14,090

riders

Des Moines River – Trestle-to-Trestle Trail loop from Johnson Pit

01:56

28.3km

70m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

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2.65 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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9.83 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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13.1 km

Sycamore Wildlife Area

Nature Reserve

16.0 km

Sycamore Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Sycamore Trail follows the perimeter of the Sycamore Trail Recreation Area, keeping you alongside the Des Moines River amidst lush vegetation. The Owl Trail is another option if you …

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16.7 km

Des Moines River

Highlight • River

Des Moines River is the largest river flowing across Iowa. The river forms a short portion of the Iowa/Missouri border.

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18.2 km

Sycamore Trail Recreation Area (Webster Township)

Nature Reserve

19.8 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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