INHF: Ankeny-Woodward Trail Intro

This page was updated December 22, 2008.

About $200,000 left to raise by summer 2009 to complete the Ankeny to Woodward trail and bridge by 2010! This is a $14.7 million project — and 98% of the funds are raised.

THANKS to more than 760 donors, we have met the matching requirement for the $1.75 million Vision Iowa grant! This means we can start bridge construction this winter.

In addition, Prairie Meadows announced a major Legacy Grant for the trail project on Dec. 17!

Thanks also to strong partners, including the 5 trail communities, 4 trail counties and INHF, who have brought the project this far over six years.

Pledge or Donate

Help create a premier destination trail

These 25 miles are critical to connect two 100-mile trail loops planned for Central Iowa Trail Network, an attraction that's unique in the Midwest. This trail also features:

- One of the largest trail bridges in the world: 1/2-mile-long, rising 130 feet over the scenic Des Moines River valley.

- Connections to the Heart of Iowa Trail, Neal Smith Trail & 4 Mile Creek Trail through the communities of Ankeny, Sheldahl, Slater, Madrid and Woodward in Polk, Story, Boone, and Dallas counties (see map).

- Easily access to nearly 1 million people with free and easy fitness opportunities.

- Great new asset for economic development and our quality of life.

View a 12-page PDF to see conceptual models of the bridge,
with other great photos and background information.

NEW! News release to announce that match is secure for Vision Iowa grant.

For more information, e-mail Ann Robinson, INHF outreach coordinator, or call (515) 288-1846.

Central Iowa Trail from Ankeny to Woodward

Help us cross the last bridge!