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Distance
6.9 miles
Elevation Gain
88 ft
Route Type
Loop
Features
River
Forest
Wildlife
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Sycamore Trail is a 7 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Des Moines, Iowa.
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Gina Bueloe
2/16/2026
Popular for folks with dirt bikes so it is important to be aware of them. Great natural area, usually a lot of stinging nettle ...
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Less Crowded
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Kay Amerson
8/19/2022
Easy going, primative
Easy, mostly flat, well-groomed dirt trail. No restroom facilities. Trash receptacle only on north trailhead. Bicycles share the narrow trail, but were courteous. ...
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