Walk

Ledges State Park

Madrid, Iowa

Sandstone cliffs and creek crossings, a favourite near Des Moines.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours
Ledges State Park
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Ledges State Park has sandstone bluffs, creek crossings and shaded trails. Some creek fords flood after rain. It is popular with Des Moines day trippers.

Good to know

  • Creek roads can flood
  • Free entry
  • Pretty in autumn
Best time
Autumn
Open
All year
Getting there
Paved; fine for RVs
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets
  • Drinking water

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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