Near River View Loop Trail
On the River View Loop Trail
Near River View Loop Trail
Big Sioux River from the lower overlook on the River Trail.
Near River View Loop Trail
On the Flood Plain Loop Trail.
Near River View Loop Trail
Old growth along the Flood Plain Loop Trail.
Near River View Loop Trail
Big Sioux River from the Flood Plain Loop Trail.

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River View Loop Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A pleasant stroll around a bend in the Big Sioux River.
0.5
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Entrance fee required. Daily: $8 per vehicle. Annual: $36 first vehicle, $18 second vehicle (with coupon), $80 transferable license. Park is open: 6AM to 11PM, May 1 to Sept 30; 6AM to 9PM, Oct 1 to April 30

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.53mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
7ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
1,275ft
High Point
1,267ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail forms a loop with the River Trail and passes around a bend in the Big Sioux River. In summer, it is a mowed grass and dirt trail that is essentially level. It passes some unusually large trees and you can expect wildflowers in season. There is limited river access (at low water) near the south end of the trail.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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