If you're looking to try something new this winter, set aside a day to give snowshoeing a try. It's a fairly easy way to get out and explore during Iowa's winter, and you might find yourself totally addicted to the hobby. For a great introduction to snowshoeing in Iowa, visit Jester Park in Polk County.
Jester Park Nature Center is one of Iowa's most charming winter destinations, and if you love the outdoors, you'll want to plan a visit this season.
There are miles of groomed trails that open once there's enough snow for snowshoeing and nordic skiing. In Jester Park, the best snowshoe trail is the Hickory Ridge Trail.
You can rent snowshoes from the nature center, thanks to Pingora Outdoors. For just $10 a day, you can head out on a unique adventure!
Snowshoeing is easy enough for anyone to enjoy. If you can walk, you can snowshoe! There are a few techniques you can learn about if you ask the staff at the Nature Center for tips.
Kids and adults of all ages love bundling up and hitting the trails. There's so much to see when a fresh blanket of snow covers the landscape.
As long as there is at least six inches of snowpack, you can head out on the trails for snowshoeing. Be sure to wear warm socks!
You can also rent cross country skis from the Nature Center. The ski trails are off-limits to snowshoers, so they remain groomed and maintained.
When you're looking for a great place for snowshoeing in Iowa, head to Polk County's Jester Park. You'll feel like you're walking in a winter wonderland.
For more information on snowshoeing in Iowa, visit the Polk County Conservation website, here.
If you would rather explore without snowshoes, read about how These 12 Picturesque Trails In Iowa Are Perfect For Winter Hiking and plan your outdoorsy trip.
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