Cedar Valley Nature Trail
700 Lafayette Rd, Evansdale, IA 50707
52 miles of trails
Cedar Valley Nature Trail in Evansdale connects 52 miles from Evansdale to Hiawatha, linking Waterloo and Cedar Rapids for leashed dog walks. Amenities include shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Leashes required on the multi-city route.
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- Park
- Cedar Valley Nature Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Evansdale, Iowa
- Coordinates
- 42.4719, -92.2917
- Trail miles
- 52
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.1 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 52 miles of trail
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Dog policy
52-mile rail-trail from Evansdale to Hiawatha — connects Waterloo + Cedar Rapids. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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