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Des Moines Vacations

Ten years ago Des Moines almost literally sank. The flood of 1993 caused significant damage to the downtown area as well as the local economy. What a difference a decade makes. Today the capital city and cultural center of Iowa is revitalized. A versatile destination everyone will enjoy, Des Moines has an itinerary for... more
Ten years ago Des Moines almost literally sank. The flood of 1993 caused significant damage to the downtown area as well as the local economy. What a difference a decade makes. Today the capital city and cultural center of Iowa is revitalized. A versatile destination everyone will enjoy, Des Moines has an itinerary for almost every interest. Culture and art enthusiasts may want to roam through the Des Moines Art Center, spend the weekend museum-hopping or attend a Broadway-caliber performance at the Civic Center. Golfers can spend their time and energy teeing up at any of the area's fine championship courses. The Blank Park Zoo and the Iowa State Fairgrounds should be on the list for families. And gardeners will savor the fantastic blooms at the Botanical Center and the Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. Mix it up a little and sample all this "big city with a small town heart" has to offer.
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Kruidenier Trail in Grays Lake Park

Grays Lake is a nice park in Des Moines off of Fleur Drive. It has many activities available.From the North entrance, you can access the beach, playground, boat launch, picnic tables, and grills....

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