Margo Frankel Trail Is A Wooded Hike In Iowa That Leads To A Secret Playground
Kurt Kragthorpe
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A hike to a playground in Iowa can make a visit to Margo Frankel Woods State Park especially memorable. One playground is positioned near the parking area, but there’s a joy to be found in discovering another. A detour that leads up the stairs from the two-mile, out-and-back trail leads to a second play opportunity for children, who will like finding it as a hidden surprise. That’s part of the charm of the Margo Frankel Trail. Some noise from traffic along 2nd Street (Highway 145) will remind hikers how close they are to downtown Des Moines, in a park that’s located about seven miles north of the Capitol. Yet once they travel a short distance into the woods, it’s remarkable how far removed from the city they feel.
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The 136-acre property is managed by the Saylor Township, even though it retains the state park name. Many hikers enjoy exploring the side trails that branch from the maintained path. And there’s a lot more to see and do in Des Moines.
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