Iowa River Trail (Marshalltown)
100 W Main St, Marshalltown, IA 50158
Trail🪢 Leash required
8 miles of trails
⭐ 4.5
260 reviews
Iowa River Trail in Marshalltown follows an 8-mile riverside paved path, welcoming leashed dogs. Features shade, water access, parking, and trash cans. Watch for uneven spots near the river.
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- Park
- Iowa River Trail (Marshalltown)
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Marshalltown, Iowa
- Coordinates
- 42.0494, -92.9083
- Trail miles
- 8
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.5 / 5 (260 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.2 / 10 — Solid
- 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:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.2/ 10
Solid
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 8 miles of trail
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Dog policy
Marshalltown 8-mile riverside paved trail — leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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