Agriculture meets culture in Iowa's largest city and capital, Des Moines, a riverside hub that boasts an events calendar of fairs and fine arts festivals and offers easy access to natural attractions and gambling venues.
The U.S. National Whitewater Center offers 11 miles of single-track trails on 307 acres of land running along the Catawba River. The trail is known as the best option within its region of the Carolinas. Challenging climbs, steep descents and river views are among the many qualities riders will enjoy here.
Trails are open from 6 am - 10 pm daily. Trailhead access is in the southeast corner of the parking lot and maps are available for $2 at the Outfitter's Store.
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