Tailwater Riverwalk - Iowa City, IA (USACE property)

Trail Length/Type

0.5 miles out and back

Helpful Trail Information

mostly flat, paved trail runs along the river as it discharges from the Coralville Reservoir

What gear would you suggest a family bring along?

sun, bugs/ticks, water, snow/ice, possible poison ivy

What baby or child hazards are there on this hike?

sunscreen, bug spray, water, snacks, carrier/stroller if applicable, gear appropriate for the weather

Trail Website

https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Coralville-Lake/Recreation/Trails/

Parking Details

Parking is available in the lot between the fossil gorge and the trail head, as well as all along the roadway. Please note that map apps, when using the address provided by the USACE, may take you to the managment building on the northeast side of the dam. The Tailwater Riverwalk itself is on the southwest side of the dam, beyond the Devonian fossil gorge; please pay attention to signage