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SaveSycamore Trails are fast, flowing singletrack that weaves through old growth forest along the west side of the Des Moines River. The trails are generally easy riding and many adults and children frequent the trails. It is open to walkers, joggers, runners and dogs on leashes - so be considerate of these other trail users.
source: Central Iowa Trails Association
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- Mountain Bike
21 trails
- Hike
21 trails
- Trail Running
21 trails
Region Details
- 3
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Region Status
Open as of Aug 16, 2025
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- Trails (view details)
- 21
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 21
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 21
- Trails Trail Running
- 21
- Total Distance
- 15 miles
- Total Descent
- 426 ft
- Total Vertical
- 133 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 931 ft
- Reports
- 105
- Photos
- 8
- Ridden Counter
- 1,651
Popular Sycamore Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 43 ft • 165 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 2 ft • 141 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 1,605 ft • 78 ft • 136 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 80 ★ 0.0 • 2,556 ft • 16 ft • 118 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 983 ft • 30 ft • 114 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 30 ft • 107 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 15 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 3,232 ft • 10 ft • 101 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 60 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 14 ft • 98 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
Videos of Sycamore Mountain Bike
trail: Sycamore Trail
2:59 |
229 |
Jul 18, 2021 , Des Moines
trail: Sycamore Trail
10:02 |
312 |
Jul 18, 2021 , Des Moines
10:02 |
195 |
Nov 3, 2020
4:29 |
285 |
Aug 25, 2020
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low Life Loop | Aug 16, 2025 @ 9:19am Aug 16, 2025 | Unknown | MarcusJ3AD09 | ||
| Top Shelf - North | Aug 16, 2025 @ 9:18am Aug 16, 2025 | Variable | MarcusJ3AD09 | ||
| Swan Song | Apr 8, 2025 @ 4:56pm Apr 8, 2025 | Variable | JCub18 | ||
| Lake Loop - North | Apr 8, 2025 @ 4:56pm Apr 8, 2025 | Dry | JCub18 | ||
| Covid Cut | Apr 8, 2025 @ 4:56pm Apr 8, 2025 | Dry | JCub18 | ||
| Sycamore Trail | Oct 14, 2024 @ 1:19pm Oct 14, 2024 | Wet | jstegeman | ||
| Pump | Aug 17, 2024 @ 12:50pm Aug 17, 2024 | Ideal | brucerioux WACH NEMBA | ||
| Top Shelf | Aug 17, 2024 @ 12:50pm Aug 17, 2024 | Ideal | brucerioux WACH NEMBA | ||
| Lake Loop - South | Aug 17, 2024 @ 12:50pm Aug 17, 2024 | Ideal | brucerioux WACH NEMBA | ||
| High Life Loop | Aug 17, 2024 @ 12:50pm Aug 17, 2024 | Ideal | brucerioux WACH NEMBA |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rdwoten | wishlist | region | activity #94663556 | May 13, 2026 @ 6:48pm May 13, 2026 |
| MarcusJ3AD09 | add | report | activity #78257640 and 1 more | Aug 16, 2025 @ 9:18am Aug 16, 2025 |
| Oldway21 | wishlist | trail | activity #72726374 and 1 more | May 30, 2025 @ 2:01pm May 30, 2025 |
| JCub18 | add | report | activity #69263783 and 3 more | Apr 8, 2025 @ 5:33pm Apr 8, 2025 |
| RSHites24 | wishlist | trail | activity #61756021 | Nov 13, 2024 @ 9:28pm Nov 13, 2024 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | These are good trails. The trail builders made... | Oct 13, 2023 @ 6:28pm Oct 13, 2023 | ||
| report | Vary nice and prime | Oct 11, 2020 @ 3:22pm Oct 11, 2020 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore South | 4 | 1 | 2.4 km | ||
| Center Trails | 8 | 9 | 6.8 km | ||
| Fourmile MTB Park | 6 | 5 | 1 | 8.3 km | |
| Southwoods Park | 1 | 2 | 8.3 km | ||
| Ewing Park | 7 | 4 | 2 | 10.2 km |
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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Central Iowa Trails Association
![Central Iowa Trails Association]()
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Des Moines Bike CollectiveBike Shop
![Des Moines Bike Collective]()
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Beaverdale BicyclesBike Shop
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Barr Bicycle & FitnessBike Shop
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Ichi BikeBike Shop
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Modern BikeBike Shop
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 21 | 15 miles | 427 ft | 3 miles | 135 ft | #8,583 | #3,356 | 8 | 105 | 2,279 | ||
| E-Bike | 1 | 85 | 24 | |||||||||
| Hike | 21 | 15 miles | 427 ft | 3 miles | 135 ft | #10,560 | #4,175 | 105 | 56 | |||
| Trail Running | 21 | 15 miles | 427 ft | 3 miles | 135 ft | #9,839 | 105 | 66 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Sycamore
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Sycamore?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Sycamore are:
- Low Life Loop (4/5)
- Swan Song (4/5)
- Pump (0/5)
- Top Shelf - North (0/5)
- High Life Loop (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Sycamore?
Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Sycamore are:
- October (22 activities)
- November (10 activities)
- August (9 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Sycamore?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Sycamore. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Sycamore?
The longest trail in Sycamore is Sycamore Trail at 3.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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