Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Des Moines

Miss K. • August 13, 2015One of my favorite Des Moines recreational places, Gray's Lake is wonderful for walks, bird watching, and boating. When my children were young, we spent a lot of time at the beach!

Edgar • March 26, 2016Neat park to visit and walk around. Sculptures are odd but fun.

Morgan S. • March 8, 2016Wonderful food! The flavors were bursting and the food was light. Great ambiance for a nice lunch.

Kelsey M. • June 25, 2016Kids love the spray water feature!

Rose M. • September 21, 2011Great place to take your dog, love the equipment and space!

Jennifer B. • August 17, 2014Peaceful and beautiful!

Hannah M. • August 8, 2012Go to the shower house that is by the big hill by the front gate, there is almost never a line.

Jim D. • March 6, 2011A great place for some trail running. Tons of connecting points to other Des Moines routes.

Marni O. • August 18, 2012Open daily 9 am to 9 pm during the Fair.

Michael M. • November 2, 2011By far the best doggie daycare in town. Carrie and her staff are great with the dogs we have been going here since it opened

Don • April 1, 2014We love coming here because it's such a short bike ride for daddy & a nice park w/ 2 play areas. 1 for lil toddlers & 1 for more advanced young ones. Also has sandbox & rope climbing triangle.

Tina S. • May 31, 2015The good life!!

C H. • February 6, 2013Trail in good shape...some melting snow so don't wear your best pair of running shoes.

Jeiran H. • October 20, 2017This trail goes for miles. Has some interesting sights along the way

Calvin H. • April 1, 2015Register your dog with the City of Des Moines and $20 gets you a pass, good through the end of the year, for all 3 Des Moines dog parks.

American Heart A. • December 14, 2011One lap around the park is just shy of half a mile so take a few laps and really admire all this amazing public art!

Amelia O. • August 14, 2012Get here 30 minutes before the show and you're guaranteed a great seat!

Kensie S. • May 11, 2011Like a secret garden in the middle of the city. Take a book and soak up the summer sunshine in the shade.

Jeff I. • May 8, 2011Great place to have a picnic!

Wendy B. • July 6, 2013Moo!Moo! Moo!

Crystal M. • March 16, 2012The kids are always mean at the rocket.they were when I was a kid too.somethings never change.

Sara G. • April 12, 2010Has a disc golf course and bmx track. Also has a soap box derby track.

Jordan • May 14, 2012Great view of the city

Lindsey S. • November 10, 2010Be sure to check out the rose garden. It's the perfect spot for a wedding. That's where ours was!