Trail Details: Herbert Hoover Tallgrass Prairie |
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| Length | 2.47 miles / 3.98 Km Loop? Yes | ||
Description |
When Herbert Hoover's grandparents moved to this area in the middle of the19th century, most of Iowa was covered by tallgrass prairie, dotted with brilliant wildflowers through the growing season. Many of these grasses grew to over 6 feet in height with their roots reaching downward twice as deep in the fertile soil. In honor of Herbert Hoover's love of nature, and in an attempt to share an exquisite natural resource with the public, the National Park Service restored 81 acres of tallgrass prairie. |
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Type |
Snow trail |
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Uses |
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Snow - Skiing, cross-country
Snow - Showshoeing
Wildlife observation - Birds |
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Elevation |
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Visitor Information |
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State |
IA County: Ceder |
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Directions |
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Facilities |
Bench(es)
Historical site(s)
Parking, trailer
Parking
Picnic area(s)
Public shelter(s)
Restroom(s)
Trailhead(s)
Vistor center(s)
Water, potable
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| Features | Creek(s) Grove(s) Meadow(s) Scenic viewpoint(s) | |
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| Date and Time Open | 1/1 to 12/31 0:00:00 to 24:00:00 |
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Contact Information |
Trail management |
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site 110 Parkside Drive PO Box 607 West Branch, IA 52358 (319) 643-2541 Fax: (319) 643-7864 heho_interpretation@nps.gov http://www.nps.gov/heho |
Additional Information |
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Trail Surface |
Primary: Grass or vegetation Average Width: 72 inches Minimum Width: 72 inches |
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Trail Grade |
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Date Designated |
7/21/1981 |
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Date Updated |
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Notes |
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Trail Design and Construction |
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Connection with other Trails |
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Partnership and Support |
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