The Center Trails

A narrow dirt trail winding through a lush green forest, flanked by tall trees and dense foliage. To the right, a sign outlines trail rules for pedestrians and cyclists, emphasizing safety and respecting nature. Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating a vibrant, inviting atmosphere. The Center Trails mountain bike trail.

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Level: Intermediate

Length: 15 mi (24.1 km)

Surface: Singletrack

Configuration: Network

Elevation: +712/ -556 ft

Total: 100 riders

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#7 of 96 mountain bike trails in Iowa

#1,469 in the world

There is a nice trail system behind the Art Center. Trails are singletrack, hilly and somewhat technical. These are official City of Des Moines trails, maintained by Central Iowa Trail Association.

First added by alvin.santoy on Dec 31, 2002. Last updated Apr 26, 2022. → add an update

Before you go

Drinking water: no
Lift service: no
Night riding: yes
Pump track: no
Restrooms: no
Fat bike grooming: no
E-bikes allowed: unknown
Fee required: no

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Trail starts behind the Des Moines Art Center.

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Rider questions

Q: any jumps or skinnies, drops?

asked by on May 4, 2014

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A: Skinny yes. about 30' 2X6 span. Drops maybe if you want to go between trees over roots. I havn't seen it all.

answered by Bubblehead10MM on May 30, 2014 Feedback: Helpful | Not helpful

The Center Trails

Mountain Biking The Center Trails