Parks in Des Moines, IA

Fresh reviews:

Just a short drive from the east side, Yellow Banks Park seems to have the secluded outdoor area thing down. I didn’t even know it was there until I saw the signs for it. There’s camp sites, a playground and river access. It’s so pretty and green, and looks like with the exception of road maintenance, it’s well…

Celeste B.

Yellow Banks Park

This Beautiful city park is a world-class cultural and urban destination for Des Moines citizens and visitors. Led by Des Moines Performing Arts, the organization has brought together the design team and the fundraising necessary to revitalize a downtown Des Moines landmark in Nolan Plaza.Spray fountains for…

Patrick T.

Cowles Commons

I agree this is a very small «garden», it is very nice to take a quick stroll because it looks beautiful although small. I can honestly say if you’ve seen it once, you probably won’t be inclined to see it again, it really is not too much to see.If you are hanging around the area and have not seen the Asian…

Bill L.

Robert D Ray Asian Gardens

I used to love going to grays lake. I appreciated the staff and water available to the citizens of Des Moines. Yesterday, we were told to get out of the water after jumping off a paddle board without any warning whatsoever. We are good law abiding citizens, we care about nature and the goods of other people. If…