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This is a very special place in Des Moines as it can be many things to many different people. Long walks, stress relief, back to nature, enjoy the lake, meet other people, ride your bike, do some kayaking, walk your dog, sit and relax, have a picnic, watch the sunrise or sunset, do a little fishing, have a party, or enjoy some local music. You can enjoy many things at no cost, all you need to do is show up.
This park is quite large, right Des Moines full of nature and a few trails with the river running through it. It has a new amphitheater and biergarten next to it. The biergarten is open in the nice weather season and is very relaxing.Take your lawn chairs and relax in this large park, bigger then NYC Central Park. There's not a lot of picnic tables but a lovely natural setting. There's a small playground near the amphitheater.
A runner and bicyclists delight! Lots of flat, paved surfaces and a number of loops to add up the miles. The music stage is a wonderful venue for a concert. Plenty of water fountains as well. Ample parking.
Overall not alot to see here but a great place for athletes to get in some miles.
The family met at Water Works Park shelter for a Sunday hot dog roast and an afternoon of shooting model rockets in the field. The park was active with others flying model planes, walkers, bikers, skaters, and those just enjoying the beautiful fall day. It was great to see the park enjoyed by so many people and of all ages.
