Iowa might not be your first pick for a scenic hiking destination with your faithful dog at your side, but it’s surprisingly jam-packed with offerings. Iowa has hundreds of trails cutting across thousands of miles of lush, rolling all-American hills, valleys, forests, lakes, and even some bluffs too. Whether you’re just passing through or are a native looking for new spots to check out with your pooch, we have you covered. Join us below as we highlight some of the best hiking trails in the Hawkeye State and the most essential info you need to know about each.
Local hotspot for hikers, mountain bikers, and birding enthusiasts
Be careful to follow the trail markers and avoid merging onto other looping trails that connect to this one
Conclusion
Iowa doesn’t seem like the most scenic spot in the country if you’ve never been there before, but it has its own charming, rustic, and distinctly Americana landscape that is well worth investigating with your dog. Most of these spots are strict about your dog being on a leash, save a few trails that allow being off-leash in certain designated zones.
