Mount Trashmore Hiking and Flow Trails — Attraction in Cedar Rapids

The only thing I can take issue with here is the smell from the nearby landfill. However, that’s to be expected and it doesn’t always become apparent depending on where the wind blows.

The staff here is very diligent about keeping the trails well maintained and the hikers safe. They have friendly and helpful demeanors that make this place worth coming back to.

Hikers have two different trails to take to the summit. While not the most strenuous of trails, the incline can provide a challenge to those unused to moderate exertion. On the other hand, it’s great training for those preparing for running competitions.

The view at the top is pretty cool, being able to see lots of downtown Cedar Rapids, particularly the Alliant Building.

It’s also the site of the relatively new Mt Trashmore Challenge (climb to the summit 140 times within the season). The challenge offers prizes that can be redeemed in the Czech Village and Newbo Market.

Whether you plan to enter the challenge or just want to see Cedar Rapids from a different angle, the trails of Mt. Trashmore can provide...

Cycled the trail. Though as a newby couldn’t find where to park or how to enter the area based on gps. Lead me to the wrong entrance. Friend showed me. We had a decent ride.

For a hidden trash heap this is a creative way of tackling a problem.

Topography is less than average. Though, as someone who’s biked many coastal trails am biased to picturesque views since childhood.

To cycle three stars. Appearance, meh. Based on being told by solid waste they spent $36k + intentionally making the trail look this way throughout,...

This was a clever idea, to turn a former landfill into a recreational spot. I was there while visiting my 88-year-old father, and since he has a handicap tag, we took the easy way and drove up (you have to have such a tag in order to do so). You get a breathtaking view of the city from up there. It also has trails that you can walk or bike on, which I would probably do once in a while if I lived in CR myself, and I believe there is also a...