High Trestle Trail Bike Ride: Woodward to Slater - Ridding the Trestle | Part 2

Join us for Part 2 of our High Trestle Trail cycling adventure! In this leg of the ride, we’re pedaling the point-to-point stretch from Woodward to Slater, Iowa, taking in the scenic paved trail, iconic bridge views, and great riding conditions. Whether you’re planning your own rail-trail ride across Iowa or just love following along on two wheels, this video breaks down what to expect along the Woodward to Slater section. 🚴 Strava Ride Activity: Check out the full ride stats, speed, and elevation on Strava: [INSERT STRAVA LINK HERE] Ride Highlights & Timeline *Trailhead Start: Woodward Trailhead & route overview *The High Trestle Bridge: Cruising across the iconic Des Moines River crossing *Cruising the Flats: Smooth paved trail riding through Madrid and surrounding farmland *Arrival in Slater: Wrapping up the route, trail amenities, and final ride thoughts Trail Details *Location: Central Iowa (Woodward to Slater) *Surface: Fully paved rail-trail *Route Type: Point-to-point (Segment of full out-and-back) *Difficulty: Easy / Moderate flat spin If you enjoyed the ride, make sure to hit Like, leave a comment with your favorite Midwest rail-trail, and Subscribe to Mater and Tater Adventures for more cycling trips, outdoor travels, and scenic reviews! #cycling #review #trail #bicycle #iowa #desmoines #HighTrestleTrail #IowaCycling #RoadBiking #StravaCycling #RailTrail #BicycleTouring #MaterAndTaterAdventures