Places to take a walk
Hanging Rock Park – Redfield, Iowa
Hanging Rock Park has unique sandstone rock formations, along with paved trails and lots of
shelter rental
Colo
Hickory Grove Park – Colo Iowa
Hickory Grove Park is a large county park with a stocked pond, several camping sites,
Mitchellville
Thomas Mitchell Park – Mitchellville, Iowa
Thomas Mitchell Park is a popular camping area, with the perfect creek for splashing in.
Des Moines
Fort Des Moines Park – Des Moines, Iowa
Fort Des Moines Park has a small arboretum, playground, and trail going around the lake.
Places to hike
Walnut Woods Park – West Des Moines, Iowa
Walnut Woods Park is a short drive from anywhere in the metro, but feels like