Water Works Park in Des Moines, Iowa consists of many fun things to do including biking, hiking, fishing, and much more. It also has a fun natural play area near the Lauridsen Amphitheater. Information: Name: Reichardt Family Natural Play Area… The post Reichardt Family Natural Play Area at Water Works Park appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

All-inclusive parks are parks that children and adults of all capabilities are able to play. The Des Moines area is lucky to have quite a few parks and playgrounds that are all-inclusive. Take a look at the list! Ashley Okland… The post All-Inclusive Parks in Des Moines, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

Waterford Park is located in Urbandale, Iowa, and offers a fun playground and disc golf! Name: Waterford Park Address: 156th Street and Northview Drive, Urbandale, Iowa Type: Places to visit, place to play Bathrooms: Yes, portable toilets Shade: No Shelter: No Playground: Yes Trails: Yes,… The post Waterford Park – Urbandale, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

Westown Meadows Park is a neighborhood playground located in Waukee, Iowa. It offers a fun place to play, climb, and a small splash pad to cool off. Name: Westown Meadows Park Address: 2445 SE Willowbrook Drive, Waukee, Iowa Type: Places… The post Westown Meadows – Waukee, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

Elk Rock State Park located in Knoxville, Iowa is located about an hour southeast of Des Moines, Iowa. It was the perfect little 1/2 day trip full of hiking, splashing, and tons of birds to see. We also packed a… The post Elk Rock State Park – Knoxville, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

Valley Church Inclusive Park is located in West Des Moines, Iowa near the Valley Community Center and was built for children of all abilities. Information: Name: Valley Community Center Inclusive Park “Eric’s Place” Address: 4444 Fuller Road, West Des Moines Type: Playground, climbing… The post Valley Community Center Inclusive Playground “Eric’s Place” appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

Kayaking and canoeing is a fun summer activity! Take a look at all the fun places you can kayak and canoe in Des Moines, Iowa. There are several options to canoe, boat, kayak, and tube in central Iowa. Take a… The post Kayak and Canoe in Des Moines, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

We love to explore the outdoors with our furry, four-legged friends too! Here is a list of dog parks in Des Moines, Iowa including some basic details before you go! 17th Avenue Dog Park Location: 7th Ave SW, South of… The post Dog Parks in Des Moines, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

Fox Creek Park located in Waukee, Iowa is a fun addition to the Des Moines area spray grounds and parks! Information: Name: Fox Creek Park Address: 522 NE Westgate Drive, Waukee, Iowa Type: Playground, Splash Pad, prairie, trails Bathrooms: Yes Shade: Yes… The post Fox Creek Park in Waukee, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more

Warrior Park located in Norwalk, Iowa offers plenty of shade, playground equipment, and a unique ninja course. Information: Name: Warrior Park Address: 511 Orchard Hills Drive, Norwalk, Iowa Type: Playground, Ninja Warrior Course, Pond, Trail Bathrooms: Yes Shade: Yes Playground: Yes Trails: Yes… The post Warrior Park in Norwalk, Iowa appeared first on Des Moines Outdoor Fun ..read more