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The best cycling routes in Iowa

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Cycling in Iowa is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of United States. So you can find your perfect Iowa bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: November 14, 2025

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1. Raccoon River Valley Trail loop — Des Moines, Iowa

113km

06:22

250m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Chichaqua Valley Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

94.9km

05:24

340m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Iowa City to North Liberty via Iowa River Corridor Trail

54.8km

03:19

390m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Carlisle to Indianola via Summerset Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

33.2km

01:53

90m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Easter Lake Park loop via Mark C. Ackelson Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

8.65km

00:31

20m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Iowa City to Coralville loop via the Iowa River Corridor Trail

27.1km

01:37

150m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Des Moines to Martensdale via Great Western Trail

66.3km

03:48

250m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Saylorville Lake via Neal Smith Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

57.4km

03:30

280m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Big Creek State Park loop via Neal Smith Trail & High Trestle Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

78.5km

04:56

350m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. F.W. Kent Park via the Clear Creek Trail — Iowa City

42.4km

02:37

200m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Iowa

1. Raccoon River Valley Trail loop — Des Moines, Iowa

2. Chichaqua Valley Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

3. Iowa City to North Liberty via Iowa River Corridor Trail

4. Carlisle to Indianola via Summerset Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

5. Easter Lake Park loop via Mark C. Ackelson Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

6. Iowa City to Coralville loop via the Iowa River Corridor Trail

7. Des Moines to Martensdale via Great Western Trail

8. Saylorville Lake via Neal Smith Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

9. Big Creek State Park loop via Neal Smith Trail & High Trestle Trail — Des Moines, Iowa

10. F.W. Kent Park via the Clear Creek Trail — Iowa City

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