Wabash Trace rail trail (N. of Coin)
Shenandoah, Iowa
Mountain Bike and Swim
The Wabash Trace Nature Trail is one of Iowa's premier trails. Stretching more than 62 miles through southwest Iowa, the Wabash Trace is a converted railroad right-of-way that runs from Council Bluffs on the north to Blanchard on the Iowa/Missouri border.
Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Shenandoah, Iowa
- Head south toward Rye St (269 ft)
- Turn left onto Rye St (148 ft)
- Turn left onto W Sheridan Ave (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto Maple St (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto W Nishna Rd (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto Anna Crose Hwy (0.5 mi)
- Turn right onto A Ave (0.7 mi)
- Turn left onto IA-2 E (5.0 mi)
- Turn right onto F Ave (1.0 mi)
- Slight right toward 220 St (381 ft)
- Slight right onto 220 St (0.1 mi)
- Slight left toward F Ave (315 ft)
- Slight left onto F Ave (2.0 mi)
- Turn right onto 240th St (0.6 mi)
The nearest major airport is Eppley Airfield in Omaha, Neb., just across the Missouri River from Council Bluffs. It's about 15 minutes from Eppley to downtown Council Bluffs. From there, take Interstate 29 south to Highway 92 and exit east. Turn right at the first set of lights (Highway 275), go about half a mile south and you'll see Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park on right side of road, just past Lewis Central High School.
