The temperatures are dropping but the weather is still lovely enough to spend some time outdoors. If you’re looking to embark on an easy nature walk or take the kids out for a couple hours, then you’ll want to check out this easy-to-navigate hike. Read on for details!
Welcome to the Cedar Cliff Trail, a fairly easy hiking trail that measures just 2.1 miles overall.
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The trail is located in the Palisades-Keplar State Park near Mt. Vernon, which sits about 12 miles east of Cedar Rapids.
Kent Wedeking/AllTrails
Here, you’ll get a chance to be enveloped in Iowa’s lush, verdant landscape.
Rusty Tawney/AllTrails
The trail is easy to navigate and also easy to complete in a quiet atmosphere.
Ashley Foster/AllTrails
As you’ve probably noticed from the photos, you’ll cross a number of small bridges, which is perfect for a family photo opportunity.
Harry Ortiz/AllTrails
Have you had the opportunity to trek this trail? We would love to see your photos and hear of your experiences!
Harry Ortiz/AllTrails
Cedar Cliff Trail is located in the Palisades-Keplar State Park, about 12 miles east of Cedar Rapids. The trail measures a total of 2.1 miles over and back. You can find details about the trail on the AllTrails website and details about the park on the Iowa Department of Natural Resources website.
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Kent Wedeking/AllTrails
Rusty Tawney/AllTrails
Ashley Foster/AllTrails
Harry Ortiz/AllTrails
Looking for another super easy hike that you can do with the kiddos this weekend? Check out the Pine Chapel Foot Trail, which is only 0.6 miles long. Read more in For An Easy Hike In Iowa That’s Less Than A Mile And Takes You To An Old Church, Check Out Pine Chapel Trail.
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