Badger trails

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 351 ft • Maximum elevation: 325 ft

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 154 ft • Maximum elevation: 249 ft

This loop hike through Hitchcock Nature Center offers a delightful blend of scenic views and diverse terrains, showcasing the unique beauty of the Loess Hills. Along the route, hikers can enjoy panoramic vistas, especially from Badger Ridge, where the rolling hills create a picturesque backdrop, and the mix of…

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 791 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,302 ft

This loop hike at Hitchcock Nature Center provides a scenic and dynamic journey through Iowa’s Loess Hills. Traversing the Badger Ridge, Wildwoods, and Westridge trails, hikers experience a blend of open prairie views and shaded woodlands. The route, punctuated by the steep ascent of The Chute and peaceful…

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 446 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,293 ft

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 318 ft • Maximum elevation: 269 ft

From Anchorage.

Distance: 398.7 mi • Elevation gain: 15,719 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,425 ft