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Des Moines River — Local services in Carlisle

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Des Moines River
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Yellow Banks Park
6801 SE 32nd Ave, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
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Des Moines River

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4.5(83)
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DMAARs Annual Event 2026
DMAARs Annual Event 2026
Thu, Jan 22 • 5:00 PM
1401 Glen Oaks Drive West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Splurge 2026: West End Salvages Wine, Cheese, Chocolate, & More Event
Splurge 2026: West End Salvages Wine, Cheese, Chocolate, & More Event
Fri, Jan 23 • 6:00 PM
22 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Iowa Bike Expo and Banquet
Iowa Bike Expo and Banquet
Sat, Jan 24 • 9:00 AM
833 5th Street HyVee Hall B Des Moines, IA 50309
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Yellow Banks Park

Yellow Banks Park

Yellow Banks Park

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Lisa DafsgirlLisa Dafsgirl
I was so impressed by the Des Moines River. It's as beautiful as it is wide. So much wild life to see, a large variety of birds. And like most running water there is an element of peace among its banks.
Linda BakerLinda Baker
Nice quiet place to skip rocks and enjoy nature! Just wish people would pick up their litter!
Kevin SheriffKevin Sheriff
There is so much beauty and wildlife to enjoy along the bike paths
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I was so impressed by the Des Moines River. It's as beautiful as it is wide. So much wild life to see, a large variety of birds. And like most running water there is an element of peace among its banks.
Lisa Dafsgirl

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Nice quiet place to skip rocks and enjoy nature! Just wish people would pick up their litter!
Linda Baker

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There is so much beauty and wildlife to enjoy along the bike paths
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Reviews of Des Moines River

4.5
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2.0
3y

Taste was underwhelming. Not horrible. Simply ok. Wouldn’t try again. Also just not a fun river. I felt naked rowing on this river. I felt exposed and humiliated. I felt like everyone knew all my personality flaws. I wanted to cry. I hate Iowa. I hate it so much. I never...

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4.0
5y

It's a river after all. We have a men's group that meets at a shelter house along the river, but I go there often and take wildlife shots and watch the water coming out of the spillway. The amazing volume of water is...

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5.0
6y

It's a beautiful view from most all locations. I grew up by the river and have fond memories of walking by the water and fishing with my family. I've tubes down it and it's a great way to enjoy the scenery....

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