Off-Road Trails in Iowa

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Learn more about Hawkeye Wildlife Area Loop
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Hawkeye Wildlife Area Loop

This route is a mostly gravel loop around Hawkeye Wildlife Management Area with a few sections of Level B road. Level B roads should only be used when completely dry or frozen. Greencastle Avenue takes you to a closed bridge over the Iowa River. The route passes through the unincorporated village of...
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Total Miles
29.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Mud Slinging Trail - Raleigh Road
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Mud Slinging Trail - Raleigh Road

At the beginning of the trail, there is a small bridge. Halfway into the trail, there is a small stream that makes a small drop down that can catch you off guard. After the small stream, there is a 35-degree incline that can be very difficult when the ground is muddy. This trail also has beautiful s...
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
2Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Winter
Learn more about Perimeter Trail
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Perimeter Trail

This trail runs most of the perimeter of the Lake View OHV park. The trail is multidirectional and made up of a dirt and sand mix. The Perimeter Trail will get you to the access of all of the different tracks at the park as well as 3 different "skills courses."...
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Pony Creek Lake Trail - Deacon Road
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Pony Creek Lake Trail - Deacon Road

This trail has lake access for Pony Creek Lake and the Pony Creek Lake Park. Coming up to the lake on the left, you can see Pony Creek which is on private land. Further on the right is the Pony Creek Park camping area and RV park....
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Pony Creek Park
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Pony Creek Park

This trail is an addition to the Pony Creek Lake trail. This trail will give access to the RV park, camping and grilling area, cabins, etc. All campsites on Pony Creek Park are not free. This area has close access to the Pony Creek Lake with fishing and boating areas....
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Practice Track
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Practice Track

This is a beginner-level practice track for ATVs, dirt bikes, and SXS that is made up of a dirt/sand mix. This track has relatively tame corners and jumps for new riders to get the feel and build a foundation for becoming a more experienced rider on some basic jumps and corners....
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Waubonsie Creek Trail - Pathfield Road
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Waubonsie Creek Trail - Pathfield Road

This trail has beautiful side walls that go up to 20 feet on some parts. There is a bridge at the halfway mark that crosses Waubonsie Creek. On the other side of the bridge, the trail goes to an incline at a steep angle that, if muddy, you will need 4WD. ...
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Winter
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