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The best MTB trails in Iowa

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Mountain biking in Iowa is one of the best ways to explore more of this area of United States. To help you experience the best the region has to offer, …

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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1. Sycamore Trail loop — Des Moines

11.2km

00:53

10m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. High Trestle Trail — Des Moines

94.0km

04:52

300m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lake Trail loop — Fort Dodge

19.7km

01:34

100m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Trout Run Trail loop — Des Moines

18.6km

01:02

150m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Big Dipper loop — Whiterock Conservancy

6.29km

00:33

60m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Summerset Trail — Des Moines

33.9km

01:42

80m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Sycamore/Owl Trail loop — Des Moines

5.46km

00:26

10m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Lake Ahquabi loop — Des Moines

7.95km

00:39

60m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Denman Woods loop from Western Gateway

23.4km

01:32

70m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Denman Woods loop from Grays Lake

15.6km

00:59

30m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best MTB trails in Iowa

1. Sycamore Trail loop — Des Moines

2. High Trestle Trail — Des Moines

3. Lake Trail loop — Fort Dodge

4. Trout Run Trail loop — Des Moines

5. Big Dipper loop — Whiterock Conservancy

6. Summerset Trail — Des Moines

7. Sycamore/Owl Trail loop — Des Moines

8. Lake Ahquabi loop — Des Moines

9. Denman Woods loop from Western Gateway

10. Denman Woods loop from Grays Lake

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