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Eldora, Iowa

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  • Hampton, Iowa

    Hike Beeds Lake Trail

    2 mi / 68 ft gain
    Beeds Lake Trail is a 2 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Hampton, Iowa.
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  • Ames, Iowa

    Hike the McFarland Park Loop

    5 mi / 300 ft gain
    After parking in the main lot by the Story County Conservation building, you can choose between two starting points. I recommend starting on the left side of the parking lot at the gravel road and closed yellow gate, as this is a better point for the end of your loop. Hike about 200 yards along t...
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  • Waterloo, Iowa

    Hike Robinson Bird Sanctuary

    4.0
    1.2 mi / 36 ft gain
    This year for Earth day, I decided to hike one of my favorite trails near Waterloo, Robinson Bird Sanctuary. I love exploring this area during the spring season because of the beautiful Bluebell flowers that cover the woods. The colors are so bright and imaginative on the trail, it makes it feel ...
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  • Webster City, Iowa

    Photograph the Briggs Woods Waterfalls

    5.0
    Briggs Wood Park Waterfalls are Located 2.5 miles South of Webster City off Highway 17. It is very peaceful watching the water cascade over the rocks and into the stream below. If you follow the water down stream it will lead you to the Boone River.I arrived at the falls before sunrise because I...
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  • Boone, Iowa

    Hike the Canyon Road and Table Rock Loop

    This park is part of the Des Moines river valley that cuts through most of the area. It's a hot spot for cooling off in the summer given the two rivers and also a great place for hiking. During the spring, fall and winter, the road down into the valley is closed. In the summer, it is open for ...
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  • Boone, Iowa

    Hike Ledges State Park's Canyon Road

    5.0
    6.5 mi / 700 ft gain
    From the main gravel parking loop at the top, begin your hike on the main paved road. Note: This road is currently closed to vehicle traffic due to heavy water damage on the road. This road also closes to vehicle traffic during the winter. However, it is always open to foot traffic. Follow the pa...
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  • Rockford, Iowa

    Visit Fossil & Prairie Park Preserve

    It is so easy to find fossils at Fossil & Prairie Park Preserve in Missouri Valley, Iowa. Kid-friendly, had a great time and we found over 100's of Devonian fossils in a few hours. The parking is conveniently located right next to the fossil pit.  
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  • Madrid, Iowa

    Hike the Lost Lake Trail

    5.0
    1.4 mi / 88 ft gain
    Ledges State Park is located close to Des Moines and Ames, home of Iowa State University. Upon entrance to the park, campsites and picnic areas are easily accessible. The defining feature of the park are the sandstone features, or ledges, that overlook the beautiful Des Moines river. The Lost Lak...
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Camping and Lodging in Eldora

Waterloo / Lost Island KOA Resort
Waterloo, Iowa

Waterloo / Lost Island KOA Resort

Newton / Des Moines East KOA Journey
Newton, Iowa

Newton / Des Moines East KOA Journey