Suggestions for Sports and Recreation near Des Moines

Estepha F. • December 28, 2015What says Christmas like ice skating? Reasonable prices, breathtaking views at night. Bring your camera!

Marie J. • May 15, 2010Walked to the Des Moines River and saw many beautiful lavendar flowers on the hillside to McHenry Park

Aaron H. • January 8, 2011Monster Jam is great for kids of ALL ages!

American Heart A. • December 14, 2011Don't just sit on the bench, push your kids on the swing, stroll around with your dog or play a game of catch.

Dean S. • April 1, 2012Decent tennis courts with a little bit of southern wind break

Allen H. • January 21, 2010Home of the Des Moines Renaissance Faire, in a permanent setting (buildings, a "castle", real restrooms, shops, food, etc.) First three weekends in Sept.

Dylan M. • May 9, 2010Fun time for big family

Christina P. • March 3, 2013If you bring your dog clean up after it Hello

Estepha F. • August 27, 2015It's a park! What's not to love?? Not a place to hang out after dark though

Lacy B. • May 29, 2011The Breakfast Special is best option for hearty breakfast. For $4.99 it's a total win!

A • March 19, 2023Nice pool. Good towels. Wish there was a hot tub.

Dave R. • May 23, 2013The fields are great. The league organizers, not so much. I would not play more than once a week there.

vanessa a. • November 12, 2012No Shameka V. That's my turf!!

Anthony D. • September 5, 2011Lots of fun when the wading pool is open!

Jessica S. • July 30, 2011Really fun pool for small kiddos and adults can enojoy too!