Gear up for your next adventure:

🔦Head Torches - Hands-free lighting for hiking and camping

🧦Merino Wool Hiking Socks - Moisture-wicking socks to prevent blisters during long mountain walks

📻Hand-Crank Emergency Radios - Stay updated on weather warnings in remote areas

📢Survival Whistles - Essential safety gear for signaling for help in mountain fog

🧥Packable Down Jackets - Lightweight warmth that compresses small in your bag

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Blue Heron Lake Loop via Raccoon River Park Trail trails

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Blue Heron Lake Loop via Raccoon River Park Trail

United States > Iowa > Polk County > West Des Moines

The Blue Heron Lake Loop offers a peaceful, scenic hike around a lake, featuring views of both water and wetlands. With mostly flat terrain and sections of the path shaded by trees, it’s a popular spot for hikers, joggers, and families, providing accessibility for people of all skill levels. Along the route,…

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 17 m • Maximum elevation: 251 m