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United States
Iowa
Polk County
Des Moines

Neal Smith Trail – Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens loop from Iowa State Capitol

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
Iowa
Polk County
Des Moines

Neal Smith Trail – Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens loop from Iowa State Capitol

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3.1

(18)

78

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Neal Smith Trail – Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens loop from Iowa State Capitol

01:29

5.73km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 609 m for 109 m

Customers only

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1.72 km

Neal Smith Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Neal Smith Trail is a 26-mile trail through Des Moines along the Des Moines River. It is fully paved and traffic free, so it is a great way to move through the heavily populated city.

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3.09 km

Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

Highlight • Monument

Nice change in the otherwise typical MidWest

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3.32 km

The Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge is a car-free bridge that gives you the chance to enjoy a pleasant ride or walk across the Des Moines River—even at night, thanks to its good lighting.

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5.73 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.85 km

1.46 km

375 m

Surfaces

3.75 km

975 m

764 m

206 m

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