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Roosevelt Hiking & Mtb Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Running trail in Dubuque, Iowa · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Roosevelt Hiking & Mtb Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Roosevelt Hiking & Mtb Park
Fun and easy to navigate. All the trails loop back to the main road that accesses the flying field. Fast, mostly xc type singletrack with mild elevation change and some rocks and roots. A few creek crossings and wooden bridges.
I found out about the trails behind the Storybook Hill Petting Zoo roughly three months ago. I'm absolutely addicted to these trails. There is so much to see and do and there are so many different trails to go on. I normally don't see many people on these trails, mainly bikers.
Lots of woodsy trails, short steep climbs. Lots of trails packed in a small area. Good job by the trail builders, you can keep moving the whole time.
Awesome Community maintained trail. Be careful in the rain it's real slick, and find an arrow to make sure you're heading the right direction on a trail 😆
Trail conditions & character
“Great way to experience good elevation change and changing terrain on a mountain bike in Iowa!”
“Fast, mostly xc type singletrack with mild elevation change and some rocks and roots.”
“Gorgeous trails but well over my beginner skill level.”
Plan your run at Roosevelt Hiking & Mtb Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitecityofdubuque.org
- Phone+1 563-589-4128
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