Ride it all for an adventure or ride only a portion of it for a weekend trek. The route ambles through 14 charming towns, is relatively flat, with a few challenging hills as you make your way across the picturesque valleys of the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers. Some bed and breakfasts and park concessionaires offer a shuttle service for gear or luggage for a nominal fee. Reservations for gear shuttle must be made in advance. Big Creek Lake's clear water provides great family swimming fun.
Refreshments are available at the beach during the swimming season.
A large wooden play structure, accessible to the mobility impaired, is located at the beach. Big Creek Lake provides excellent fishing year-round. The lake's clear waters are stocked with crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, walleye, channel catfish and tiger muskie. The lake is popular for a variety of boating activities. From May 21 through September 7, a 10- hp motor size limit is in effect.