Raccoon River East Greenway Phase I

Project Description

This vibrant greenway enhances outdoor recreation and provides access and exposure to use the area’s waterways.

Project Description

The Raccoon River East Greenway 1st Street Access, part of the ICON Water Trails project, is a transformative initiative that enhances outdoor recreation and provides access and exposure to use the area’s waterways. This vibrant greenway connects communities along the Raccoon River, providing a network of water trails that promote active lifestyles and connect people with nature. By creating these recreational spaces on land that was otherwise not utilized, the project supports local tourism, provides a workforce attractant, and an important quality of life amenity, all while preserving the natural beauty of the river ecosystem. Additional future phases will add more recreational amentities to this space.

Project Details

Type Recreational
Stage Completed in 2025
Location 400 block of 1st Street
Size 35 acres
Website West Des Moines Parks and Recreation