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Five Ridge Prairie


Hunting at Five Ridge Prairie This preserve offers 964 acres of prairie and oak timber. The terrain is steep and hilly, but well worth the hike. It is located in the northern Loess Hills. Five Ridge is open to hunting, but it is a state preserve so there are some special restrictions. Public hunting is permitted beginning the 3rd Saturday in September - January 31 according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources regular seasons and hours. Hunting shall also be lawful each day during the spring wild turkey season as established by the Iowa DNR. It is unlawful to hunt badger, woodchuck, or fox at Five Ridge.
Trails & Hiking at Five Ridge Prairie Mowed fire breaks offer a number of paths for hikers, snowshoers and cross country skiers alike. Fire breaks are typically mowed in July. Metal sign posts with the exit to the parking lot are clearly marked throughout the fire break system. The Loess Hills are a very unique landform found in western Iowa. Five Ridge offers a great chance for visitors to experience the flora and fauna of the Loess Hills up close. Spend an hour or all day hiking. This is a very large, hilly park, so be sure you let someone know where you will be and when you will be back. Take a map along, and DO NOT cross any fences. Crossing a fence will take you out of our park boundaries and will make it much harder to rescue a lost hiker.
Winter Activities at Five Ridge Prairie Mowed fire breaks offer a number of paths for hikers, snowshoers and cross country skiers alike. Fire breaks are typically mowed in July. Metal sign posts with the exit to the parking lot are clearly marked throughout the fire break system. The Loess Hills are a very unique landform found in western Iowa. Five Ridge offers a great chance for visitors to experience the flora and fauna of the Loess Hills up close. Spend an hour or all day hiking. This is a very large, hilly park, so be sure you let someone know where you will be and when you will be back. Take a map along, and DO NOT cross any fences. Crossing a fence will take you out of our park boundaries and will make it much harder to rescue a lost hiker.