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Beaverdale Park park

Iowa, USA Des Moines watershed 41.620°, -93.663°
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Beaverdale Park -- Iowa park
Beaverdale Park Iowa · Des Moines watershed
About this park

Beaverdale Park

Beaverdale Park is a popular park located in Des Moines, Iowa. It is known for its beautiful trees, well-maintained trails, and serene atmosphere. The park is an excellent destination for families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a peaceful retreat.

One of the main attractions of Beaverdale Park is its network of trails. The park has several hiking and biking trails that wind through the woods, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area. The park is also home to several sports fields and playgrounds, making it a great place for kids to play and families to enjoy a picnic.

Another point of interest in Beaverdale Park is the historic stone bridge that spans the creek that runs through the park. The bridge is over a century old and is an excellent example of the craftsmanship of the time.

Interesting facts about Beaverdale Park include its connection to the famous writer and conservationist Aldo Leopold. Leopold spent time at the park in the 1930s and 1940s and wrote about his experiences in his book "A Sand County Almanac."

The best time of year to visit Beaverdale Park is in the spring and fall when the trees are in full bloom or changing colors. However, the park is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy the park's winter beauty as well.

Overall, Beaverdale Park is an excellent destination for anyone looking to spend some time outdoors in a beautiful and peaceful setting.
StateIowa
WatershedDes Moines
Latitude41.6204°
Longitude-93.6629°
Land designation

Park & land designation reference

A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Detailed forecast

Plan your visit down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.

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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

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Stay nearby

Area campgrounds

Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Beaverdale Park, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Cherry Glen Campground
Acorn Valley Campground
Water Trail Campsite
Around the spot

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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace

Know before you go
Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
Stay on trail
Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
Respect wildlife
Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
Pack it in, pack it out
Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
Leave what you find
Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Beaverdale Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Beaverdale Park

What can I do at Beaverdale Park?

Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).

How fresh is the weather data?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.

When is the best time to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.

How do I get to Beaverdale Park?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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