The Principal Riverwalk - Map
Once complete, The Principal Riverwalk will consist of a 1.2-mile looping trail with several notable amenities. This map shows the overall conceptual design and locations of the major amenties.
Points of Interest
As each point of interest is constructed, The Principal Riverwalk further transforms the banks of the Des Moines riverfront. For more information on each point of interest, click on the photo.

Not Shown: Meredith Trail which connects The Principal Riverwalk with Gray's Lake.
Featured Artwork
- Located in Long Look Garden
- "Untitled," by artist Joel Shapiro
- Located in Hansen Triangle
- "Quantum Leaf" by artist Sally Pettus
Riverwalk Web Cam
- View The Principal Riverwalk webcam
- View photos of Des Moines taken from The Principal Riverwalk webcam
