Original Raccoon River Valley Trail

Guthrie County, IA

Point-to-point trail in Guthrie County, IA. Road & touring bike.

Distance
51.1 mi (82.3 km)
Elevation Gain
853 ft (260 m)
Est. Time
4 hr 55 min
High point
1,161 ft (354 m)
Difficulty
Hard
Route type
Point to point

Features

Along the way

From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.

Questions about Original Raccoon River Valley Trail

How long is Original Raccoon River Valley Trail?

Original Raccoon River Valley Trail is 51.1 mi (82.3 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 55 min. It climbs 853 ft (260 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,161 ft (354 m).

How hard is Original Raccoon River Valley Trail?

GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Original Raccoon River Valley Trail?

Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Original Raccoon River Valley Trail?

Drinking water on the way at 7.5 mi (12.1 km), 17.8 mi (28.6 km), 23.1 mi (37.2 km), 29.1 mi (46.9 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 7.5 mi (12.1 km), 12.6 mi (20.3 km), 17.7 mi (28.6 km).

Is Original Raccoon River Valley Trail shaded?

Partly shaded (56% under trees).

What can you do on Original Raccoon River Valley Trail?

Best for Road & touring bike.

Where can you eat near Original Raccoon River Valley Trail?

Subway, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the start. Shop: Hy-Vee, 0.4 mi (0.7 km).

Is this a good week for Original Raccoon River Valley Trail?

GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.

Trails near Original Raccoon River Valley Trail

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