Iowa City trails

The Macbride Waterfall and Coralville Lake Loop offers a scenic and varied hike that weaves through forested paths and along the shores of Coralville Lake. With views of the lake nearly always in sight, the trail offers both quiet wooded sections and open stretches near the water, making it ideal for spotting…

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 217 ft • Maximum elevation: 820 ft

This loop hike offers a picturesque hiking experience in Iowa’s natural beauty. As hikers move along the wooded paths and shoreline, they can enjoy lake views, diverse wildlife, and seasonal wildflowers. Popular with local hikers and known for its peaceful, well-marked trails, the loop provides a tranquil…

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 410 ft • Maximum elevation: 823 ft

The Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge offers a pleasant and scenic route for walkers and cyclists, spanning across the Missouri River between Omaha, Nebraska, and Council Bluffs, Iowa. As you hike the bridge, you can enjoy panoramic views of both city skylines, the river, and nearby parks, including access to the…

Distance: 1.3 mi • Elevation gain: 85 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,001 ft

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 614 ft • Maximum elevation: 974 ft

Distance: 13.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,532 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,283 ft

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 512 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,001 ft

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 220 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,250 ft

Distance: 6.0 mi • Elevation gain: 633 ft • Maximum elevation: 981 ft