In late 2020, Kelly Madigan hiked the length of western Iowa's (Lo)ess (Hi)lls. Learn more about her hike here.

In June 2021, more than 30 people participated in the first-ever LoHi Trek from Southwood Conservation Area to Loess Hills State Forest. Find a summary and photos of the event here.

LoHi Trekkers walking through Loess Hills Wildlife Area in June 2021

June 2021 LoHi trek info

June 6-9, 2021
Cost: $175 
Gear hauling and all meals provided.
Financial assistance available based on need.
Registration is full for this event. Stay tuned for future events!
 
Explore the Loess Hills on foot! Using a combination of county parks, state wildlife areas, Loess Hills State Forest, private property with permission, land owned by Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation, and gravel and paved roads, we will spend four days walking the Loess Hills. Daily mileage will range between 7 and 13 miles. Most of the route will be on rural county roads between public wildlife and recreation areas.

Bring your own tent and sleeping gear, which we will transport each day to the next location for you. Occasional options for getting a shuttle ride for a portion of the day’s route. Limited campsite amenities vary each night but will include options for pond swimming, kayaking, and campfire. Hot showers available at some campsites. Charging station. Brief Loess Hills educational and entertainment pop-ups each day. This event is planned in conjunction with the Loess Hills Prairie Seminar and will begin on Sunday, June 6, at 11 AM with a kickoff event at the seminar site.
 
This hike is sponsored by Golden Hills RC&D, Loess Hills National Scenic Byway, Monona County Conservation, the Loess Hills Prairie Seminar, Woodbury County Parks, Backwoods, Gossamer Gear, the BeWildReWild Fund at Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation, and more to be announced.
 
There are a limited number of registration slots available and may sell out, so register now!