Easter Lake Park, one of the best urban parks in Iowa, also has the best lake trail in Des Moines. Embark on the Mark C. Ackelson Trail!
Located near the small town of Spirit Lake, Elinor Bedell State Park is a hidden-gem park in Iowa that even many dedicated explorers don't know about.
Lake Sugema in southeast Iowa offers a peaceful, isolated retreat perfect for fishing, hiking, and camping.