Wade In The Refreshing Waters On The Scenic Beach At Raccoon River In Iowa
Iowa might be a landlocked state, but that doesn’t mean you can find some amazing beaches if you get out and explore! Des Moines’ landmark Raccoon River winds through a pretty park on the outskirts of town and created Blue Heron Lake, where families can have fun swimming at the best little beach in Iowa.
You'll find Blue Heron Lake along the Raccoon River, surrounded by more than 630 acres of gorgeous, preserved park land.
Swim, splash, play, and wade in the waters to beat the Iowa heat - after all, that Midwestern sun can be brutal! There's plenty of room to spread out here, and many consider this to be the best beach in Iowa.
The sand and the water are always clean, so be sure to help keep them that way! Kids love digging in the sand, whether it's to create the biggest hole they can, or to make a castle that towers high above the beach.
When it's time to dry off, kids love to play on the playground until the last hours of the day send them scurrying home with sand on their toes and amazing summertime memories.
Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: kmagaraci@onlyinyourstate.com
