Chichaqua Valley Trail
Chichaqua Valley Trail
8123 NE 88th St,
Bondurant IA 50035
The Chichaqua Valley Trail spans 26 miles long from Berwick to Baxter. This recreational trail accommodates many hikers, runners, cyclists, and cross-country skiers. This trail is jointly managed with Jasper County Conservation.
Chichaqua Valley Trailheads
- One mile east of Bondurant. Exit off US Hwy. 65, go 0.5 miles south on 88th St. to the parking lot.
- East end of the trail can be found by turning off Hwy. 223 to Baxter and locating the parking lot in the Baxter business district.
- Berwick access is currently available at Mally’s Park.
- Other parking areas are located in Bondurant, Ira, Mingo and Valeria.
Trail Closure Notice:
The Iowa DOT notified Polk County Conservation that it is closing two trails due to construction work in the area for the east mix-master of I-80/I-35.
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- Chichaqua Valley Trail closed on October 24 at Interstate 80, with public notification signs posted along the trail on the north and south sides of the interstate.
- Gay Lea Wilson trail closed on October 31. at Interstate 80, with public notification signs posted along the trail on the north and south sides of the interstate.
- Both trails will be closed for extended periods of time, with an expected re-opening in July, 2025.
Detour option: Trail users can attempt to take a detour, traveling along NE 29th St. to reconnect with the trails north or south of the interstate. As with all routes of travel on bike or foot, you should scout this detour prior to recreating, to determine if it meets your level of comfort for safety in avoiding car traffic.
