Name: High Trestle Trail
Rating: 4.0

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Family Friendly Rail to trail surface allows all levels of experienced riders to enjoy the trail. Distance will be a challenge for younger riders, so plan accordingly

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This is an amazing rail to trail through scenic Iowa with long, challenging climbs! We only were able to explore the High Trestle Bridge area on foot during this trip, but highly recommend the trail as it has a very nice surface and scenic views.

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The metal art on the bridge is a throwback to mine shaft construction

Feb 7, 2020 near Madrid, IA

Rainy day hike to see the High Trestle Bridge

Feb 7, 2020 near Madrid, IA

Connection to the High Trestle Trail that leads to a parking lot

Feb 7, 2020 near Madrid, IA

Deer Creek during flood stage in fall of 2018

Feb 7, 2020 near Madrid, IA

Feb 7, 2020 near Madrid, IA

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May 27, 2022

Tim Gillen

Rode with Joey 11.7mi — 1h 08m

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High Trestle Trail

“Fantastic rail to trail ride in scenic Iowa ”

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1,064' 324 m

875' 267 m

408' 124 m

337' 103 m

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Family Friendly Rail to trail surface allows all levels of experienced riders to enjoy the trail. Distance will be a challenge for younger riders, so plan accordingly

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