Water Works Park (Trails)
2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
1,500 acres · 7 miles of trails
Water Works Park trails in Des Moines, Iowa, wind through 1,500 acres along the Raccoon River, including a 4-acre off-leash zone for dogs. Leashed areas offer shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Clean up after your pet.
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- Park
- Water Works Park (Trails)
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Coordinates
- 41.5708, -93.6500
- Size
- 1,500 acres
- Trail miles
- 7
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- High-energy dogs, Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (4,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.6 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:Yes
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 4,810 reviewers
- · Off-leash zone
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
1,500-acre Des Moines park along Raccoon River — one of largest urban parks in US. Leashed dogs welcome + 4-acre off-leash zone.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Off-leash
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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