The many trails of Johnson County (Iowa that is!)
Iowa really does have some fun places for a trail runner. I never would have believed it until I moved here, but the area right around Cedar Rapids and Iowa City has a dozen or more places to get of the concrete. This isn’t Colorado, but for the Midwest it is golden. I plan on posting several of the best spots over the next few months.
One of my favorites is the Squire Point trail network along the shores of the Coralville Reservoir (http://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Coralville/hiking_trails.htm). These are not the longest or the most challenging trails in the area. However they are right on the edge of town and it is easy to string together a run of an hour or two without feeling like you are going in circles.
I was able to enjoy a run and get these pictures on a cold November morning.
Going up the hills
A look over the shoreline
Nothing like hitting the trails
Great page… Excellent trail along the lake! I walked various other trails in the woods off in Kent Park, and some near the Raptor Center but I too enjoy this one. It is easier to get to from Coralville, N Liberty and Iowa City. The trails are large too. I know these shots were in the winter but the trails are pretty wide and they have various structural creations along the trail. Plus while you are walking there are multiple areas to stop and take in great views or photos over the water. I would say it is a pretty easy trail to walk though and one of the most popular ones. Thanks for all of your information sometimes it is hard to locate great places in our area.