Raccoon River Park Trail

West Des Moines · Iowa

1.7 mi

Distance

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Net Elevation

19 min

Est. Time

Peak Elevation

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Difficulty

Not Rated

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Conditions

Rain
68°
61°
71°
32 mph
Gust45 mph
5:40 AM
8:48 PM
Wet

1.5" of rain expected today.

Trails are likely very muddy. Consider postponing

1.5 in forecast rain in the next 48 hours31% top-layer soil moisture

This looks like a wetter week around the trail, with 3 days showing meaningful rain chances.

Best Window This Week

Friday

a high near 78°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance

Forecast data via Open-Meteo.

About This Trail

Raccoon River Park Trail is a 1.7-mile mountain bike trail near West Des Moines, Iowa. RidePal maps this trail for mountain biking with a fine gravel surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 19 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby West Des Moines rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in West Des Moines.

Mountain Biking in West Des Moines

West Des Moines is one of the mountain biking hubs in Iowa, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Raccoon River Park Trail as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.

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Fine Gravel

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Raccoon River Park Trail FAQ

Where is Raccoon River Park Trail?

Raccoon River Park Trail is a mountain bike trail near West Des Moines, Iowa. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.

How difficult is Raccoon River Park Trail?

Raccoon River Park Trail is 1.7 miles long, with a fine gravel surface, with an estimated ride time of 19 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.

What are the current riding conditions for Raccoon River Park Trail?

Recent rain or elevated top-layer soil moisture suggests softer dirt near this trail today. The current forecast suggests Friday because a high near 78°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance.

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