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Iowa
Heritage Trail
20.9 mi
Distance
1,254 ft
Gain
7h 28m
Time
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 20.9 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,254 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,254 ft
- Highest point
- 1,094 ft
- Lowest point
- 638 ft
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About this trail
The Heritage Trail is a scenic 20.94-mile out-and-back trail in Iowa that showcases the natural beauty and historical significance of the region. This trail offers a mix of terrain through forests, open fields, and along waterways, providing hikers with diverse landscapes and opportunities to experience Iowa's outdoor heritage. The out-and-back route allows hikers to explore at their own pace and turn back at any point.
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