GET IN
THE LOOP!
72-mile loop within 89 miles of paved trail
14 Iowa communities
Naturally unique experiences
89
MILES OF PAVED TRAIL
14
IOWA COMMUNITIES
45
RESTAURANTS
350K
VISITORS / YEAR
Join Us!
Join Us for the Raccoon River Valley Trail Annual Banquet!
📅 Date: February 15, 2025
🕒 Time:
4:30 PM – Social Hour
5:30 PM – Dinner
6:15 PM – Program & Live Auction
📍 Location: Country Lane Lodge, 29300 Prospect Cir, Adel, IA
🎟️ Tickets:
$50 per individual
$500 for a table of 8
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
Luke Hoffman – Executive Director, Iowa Bicycle Coalition
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Discover findings from the latest study on the economic impact of cycling and trails in Iowa.
Curt Cable – Director, Dallas County Conservation
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Get the inside scoop on exciting updates to the Raccoon River Valley Trail for 2025.
Premiere of New Video:
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Be the first to see the launch of the Raccoon River Valley Trail marketing video!
Amy Zeigler – State Tourism Office Manager
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Learn how Iowa’s bike trails are transforming outdoor recreation and boosting economic growth.
SPECIAL GUESTS:
• Emcee: Jason Sydejko, KCCI Chief Meteorologist
• Live Auctioneer: Keith Kerkhoff
✨ Don’t miss our Silent and Live Auction, featuring exciting gifts and experiences, plus the chance to network with fellow cycling enthusiasts as we gear up for another amazing season!
✨ Celebrate and support Iowa’s iconic trail – we can’t wait to see you there! ✨
Get your tickets today -
https://rrvta.betterworld.org/events/2025-raccoon-river-valley-trail
Unable to attend? Your support is still essential, especially with the recent change eliminating the need for trail passes. Please consider contributing with a financial donation or by donating an item for the silent auction.
We want your feedback!
We’re dedicated to making the experience on the RRVT as enjoyable as possible, and your input is invaluable. We’d love to hear about your experience—what you liked, what could be improved, and any suggestions for the future.
Please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Your insights will help us enhance the trail for all users. Whether it’s the towns along the trail, surface conditions, the trail amenities, or areas for improvement, we want to know what matters most to you.
Click the link below to start the survey. Thank you for helping us make the RRVT even better!
Announcements
Raccoon River Valley Trail and
High Trestle Trail Now Connected!
After a decade of anticipation, these two iconic and nationally recognized trails are connected. This expansion unlocks over 120 miles of paved trails for biking enthusiasts. Learn more about the expansion here.
Fall is the perfect time
to explore the Raccoon River Valley Trail!
IOWA'S CLAIM TO TRAIL FAME
Nationally recognized as an exceptional rails-to-trails conversion, the Raccoon River Valley Trail features a 72-mile loop within 89 miles of multi-use recreational trail. As the longest paved loop trail in the nation, it connects 14 central Iowa communities to offer outdoor recreationists a unique experience with every visit.
IT'S TIME TO GET IN THE LOOP!
Whether you're a biking or running enthusiast, or you're looking for new ways to enjoy Iowa's beautiful landscapes with your family, the Raccoon River Valley Trail invites you to get in the loop of Iowa's most unique trail experience!
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