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Beach to Dam Trail
Trail
1.4 mile
2.2 kilometer
point to point
Easy/Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
218'
66 m
Descent: -233' -71 m
High: 798' 243 m
Low: 711' 217 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 6% (4°)
Max Grade: 17% (10°)
Dogs
Leashed
Weather
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Current trail conditions
All Clear
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“A crushed rock trail following the contours of Lake MacBride between the beach and the spillway.”
— chris kilgore
Features
Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · River/Creek · Spring · Swimming · Views · Waterfall · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Description
This is a pretty trail, with a forgiving surface. It's great for an out an back from the beach, or a link in a longer outing, as it can be combined with the North Snowmobile Trail or the McBride Nature Recreation Area trails. This trail is especially scenic, as the spillway itself is a destination in the area.
Flora & Fauna
This area is well populated, making it difficult to see much in the way of wildlife. Visitors may be able to catch signs of aquatic life such as fish or turtles.
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Contacts
Land Manager: Iowa DNR
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