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Ledges State Park

Iowa · IA

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A hiking park along Peas Creek with sandstone ledges above the Des Moines River and old Civilian Conservation Corps structures. Hike, picnic or camp.

Source: iowadnr.gov

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Ledges State Park is a state park in Boone County, Iowa, United States, located approximately four miles (6.4 km) south of the city of Boone. The park contains a sandstone gorge carved by Pea's Creek, a tributary of the Des Moines River. The gorge is 100 feet (30 m) deep in places, with concretions jutting from the cliffs.

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Trails

All trails in Ledges State Park
Canyon Road and Table Rock Loop from Canyon Road

Canyon Road and Table Rock Loop from Canyon Road

Boone1.7 mi614 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: ModerateLoop
Crow's Nest Loop

Crow's Nest Loop

Boone1.1 mi446 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: EasyLoop
Ledges Table Rock Trail and Inspiration Point

Ledges Table Rock Trail and Inspiration Point

Boone1.2 mi354 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: ModerateLoop

Campgrounds

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Ledges State Park

Ledges State Park

Madrid, IAPricing varies — check with the operator
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