1
Rotary Riverwalk Park
Park
😐 This is a nice walk and a suprisingly pleasent area. Only 3 stars because Des Moines and much of the USA have this weird idea of isolating things rather than complimenting things. This walk and the Asian park are isolated from other things. In my humble opinion, the road the goes along the park n...
4.80 (135 reviews)
2
EMC Overlook
Park
👍👍 Great views on a hillside park. Offers a small one way road and a bike path with a cement curb between the two. Steep hill but enjoyable!
4.80 (71 reviews)
3
Gray's Lake Park
Park
167-acre park featuring a 1.9-mi. lighted walking path around a lake with small boat rentals.
4.70 (2K reviews)
7
Ewing Park Flow Trails Trailhead
Park
👍👍 Best all around biking area in Des Moines -- bmx pump track, 3 great flow trails, one with many jumps as well as several singletrack trails in the woods. Well maintained by CITA with new features including two wooden burns added last month. Check it out for yourself!
4.70 (42 reviews)
8
Greenwood Park Playground
Park
👍👍 This Park holds a million memories for anyone who went to Roosevelt high school. My son's memorial bench facing the playground is one I wish I didn't have.
4.70 (33 reviews)
10
Ewing Park
Park
Spacious park with playgrounds, an 18-hole disc golf course, a pond & a lilac arboretum.
4.60 (765 reviews)
11
Fort Des Moines Park
Park
Community recreation space with large picnic shelters, a playground & trails, plus a fishing lake.
4.60 (495 reviews)
12
Riverview Park
Park
Sprawling city park known for its green expanses, biking & walking paths & numerous bodies of water.
4.60 (435 reviews)
13
Des Moines Creek Trail
Hiking area
👍👍 Nice trail that follows a creek to Puget Sound. It's 4 miles round trip with some elevation gain for a nice workout.
4.60 (336 reviews)
14
Des Moines Beach Park Event Center
Event venue
👍👍 Pleasant area to walk around and take in the water. Walking trails behind, if feeling like more exercise. Free parking. Dog friendly, with leash, poop bags provided. Restrooms available. Leave no trace ✌💚Enjoy
4.60 (324 reviews)
15
City of Des Moines Park Conservation Area
Park
👍👍 It's probably one of the most relaxing places that I've experienced to take your dog on a morning walk. Beautiful scenery. Lots of birds to watch and sea life around if you look for it. A beautiful place to spend your time, take the family, or just go on a walk by yourself. There is a little spot by...
4.60 (320 reviews)
17
Wooton Park
Park
👍👍 Amazing views, quiet waters, cool breezes, beautiful people, and fresh air.
4.60 (229 reviews)
18
Clare and Miles Mills Rose Garden
Park
👍👍 It is a beautiful place, well maintained. We strolled around the garden, looking at the rose's names. It was a little early , so the roses weren't blooming yet. Still a very serene place. There are a few benches and two picnic tables to sit at. There is plenty of parking in a designated lot clo...
4.60 (73 reviews)
19
South Marina Park
Park
👍 South Marina Park is
a hidden gem for
walkers seeking a
peaceful
experience. With its
beautiful waterfront
views and spacious
surroundings, it
offers a serene
haven away from the
crowds. The well-
maintained
pathways make for
enjoyable walks, and
the park's location
provides a tranquil
escape. If yo...
4.60 (36 reviews)
20
Saltwater State Park
State park
This park on the shores of Puget Sound has campsites, volleyball courts & an artificial reef.
4.50 (2.9K reviews)