Ada Hayden Heritage Park
Trails at Ada Hayden Heritage Park will be closed for the Trail Improvement Project beginning Monday, Aug. 11, weather permitting. All hard-surface trails will be closed during construction. The project is anticipated to take 10 weeks.
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Ada Hayden Heritage Park covers around 190 acres and is named after Ada Hayden, an Iowa State University professor and conservationist who was dedicated to preserving Iowa's native prairies and wetlands.
Trails
- Crushed Rock Upland Trail: 1.2 Miles
- Outside Loop Hard Surface: 2.8 Miles
- North Loop: 1.4 Miles
- South Loop: 1.8 Miles
- Figure 8: 3.2 Miles
Boating
Electric Motors Only: No boat motors fueled by gasoline are allowed on park premises
Fires
In grills only
Fishing
Beer and Liquor
Not allowed
Motorized Vehicles
Confined to hard surface roads and parking lots
Pets
Cats and dogs must be leashed
Snowmobiles, ATVs, Camping, Firearms, Horses
Not Allowed
Swimming
It is unlawful to swim at this park.
Park Watch
If you see anyone violating these laws please telephone the Ames Police Department at 239-5133.
Reserve Conservation Easement Information(PDF, 563KB)
City ordinances have been adopted to afford users a safe and enjoyable experience. Thanks and have a great outing!
Location
5205 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010 View Map
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