Around the Block
Des Moines · Iowa
0.7 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
7 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Green Circle
0.7 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
7 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Green Circle
Difficulty
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Conditions
CloudyNo significant precipitation expected.
Trail conditions look great for riding
A few showers may pass through this week, which could leave shaded or low-lying sections tacky after rain.
Best Window This Week
Monday
a high near 65°F, little expected rain, 4% rain chance
Forecast data via Open-Meteo.
About This Trail
Around the Block is a 0.7-mile mountain bike trail near Des Moines, Iowa. RidePal marks it as a green circle trail with a dirt surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 7 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Des Moines rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Des Moines.
Mountain Biking in Des Moines
Des Moines is one of the mountain biking hubs in Iowa, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Around the Block as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.
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Trail Details
Surface
Dirt
Technical Rating
Green Circle
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Around the Block FAQ
Where is Around the Block?
Around the Block is a mountain bike trail near Des Moines, Iowa. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.
How difficult is Around the Block?
Around the Block is 0.7 miles long, rated green circle, with a dirt surface, with an estimated ride time of 7 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What are the current riding conditions for Around the Block?
Recent rain or elevated top-layer soil moisture suggests softer dirt near this trail today. The current forecast suggests Monday because a high near 65°F, little expected rain, 4% rain chance.
What other mountain bike trails are near Around the Block?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Des Moines include Owl Trail, Weeks Park 1/2 Mile Walking Loop, Yard Sale, Indianola Avenue Trail, Indianola Avenue Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
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