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A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

11.9 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Gregory J

CA $115

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

15.3 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Cassandra

CA $131

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and windows with a view of greenery.

A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a bar area, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

6.4 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Robin

CA $126

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

4. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11.8 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Dawn

CA $136

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

5. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

12.4 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

michael

CA $138

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks and snacks, a refrigerated section, and a digital scale for weighing items.

A swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

A self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

6. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

6.5 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Tyler

CA $125

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

7. Wildwood Lodge

15 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Akacia

CA $143

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, cushioned seating, and string lights.

A buffet setup with various food items, a toaster, and a coffee station.

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a mix of brick and stucco exterior.

A reception area with a central counter, two bar stools, and a wall with illuminated panels.

8. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13.6 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

greg

CA $184

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

9. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

10.9 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

gary

CA $129

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

10. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

8.3 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Jacklyn J

CA $123

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

18.6 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Jeffrey

CA $155

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor, wooden accents, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

12. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

10.8 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Carl

CA $161

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.

A spacious living area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by grey tiles, and equipped with a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and tables with red legs, and large windows allowing natural light.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

8.6 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Lisa

CA $143

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

14. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

12.1 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Edwin

CA $120

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

A hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted TV, and a seating area with striped chairs.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a buffet area with plates, and a view into the dining area.

15. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

12.1 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Delta

CA $114

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, and a view of the city.

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden wall pattern, a sign indicating it's a Hilton property, and a reception counter.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

16. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

8.4 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Shauna

CA $143

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

17. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

18.6 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Stacia

CA $180

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bright ceiling light fixture.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11.1 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Christopher

CA $119

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

15 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Dennis

CA $115

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple bar stools.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area with stools and tables.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern lighting fixtures, a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

20. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

13.6 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Julie

CA $160

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,048 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston	9.2 Wonderful 857 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines	9.2 Wonderful 986 reviews	View
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny	8.8 Excellent 643 reviews	View

Top Walnut Ridge Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks"

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

8/10 Good

"The staff was very helpful and courteous. They went out of their way to help us."

Spacious 5BR Retreat w Game Room, Huge Drive & Private Setting

10/10 Excellent

"This was was great for our group! Clean, centrally located. Lots of space, bedrooms and bathrooms. If we return to this area again we would definitely stay in this house."

Qube Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good place to stay in town. Stayed here twice now and priced well."

Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"We love Ame's property. From the booking to the checkout there was great communication and so much kindness shown. We had an amazing 2026 Cousin Camp!!"

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here with two other families and the house was a perfect home base for the weekend. The kitchen had just about everything we needed, the bedrooms are spacious, and the kids loved the basement as a hang out space. The location is great because it’s not far off the interstate and the house is directly across the street from a huge park. We took the younger kids over to play; nice that it was walkable. Would stay here again!"

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice home and very clean. Does need some lighting outdoor at night if your coming in as I do for work in the evenings"

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

10/10 Excellent

"This home was absolutely perfect for our family, we traveled to the Polk city area for a wedding. It was clean, convenient, excellent communication with the owner/property manager, quiet neighborhood, close to conveniences. We had five adults, a five year-old and a baby. House worked perfectly! Thank you!"

Large New 4-bedroom house with AC in Suburban Grimes

8/10 Good

"Wonderful home! Kitchen is very nice for cooking/hanging out with everyone across dining/living space. Ventilation would be improved in bedrooms with ceiling fans. The garage is set up as rec/game room but in Iowa summers and winters it is either too humid or too cold making the area less of an option for use. Used for events at Iowa State Fairgrounds with very easy interstate driving. Location close to bars/restaurants/shopping while being a quiet suburban neighborhood. Overall a very solid option!"

Other attractions near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Oak Grove Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Saylorville Lake Marina

Explore the waterfront in Polk City with a trip to Saylorville Lake Marina. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Polk City Refuge

You can take time to visit Polk City Refuge during your travels to Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Cherry Glen Greenway

Cherry Glen Greenway is just one of the places to see in Ankeny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

9.4/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Iowa Gold Star Military Museum during your trip to Johnston. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?

Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is located in Johnston. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options. You'll find 31 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. Other good choices within 5 miles include Qube Hotel and Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines.

How many hotels will I find near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Oak Grove Recreation Area, Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area, and Cherry Glen Recreation Area. Bring the family to Ankeny Art Center, Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, and Pole Position Raceway while you're checking out the area near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Big Creek State Park, Saylorville Lake Marina, and Tournament Club of Iowa while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Walnut Ridge Recreation Area hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

4. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

5. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

6. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

7. Wildwood Lodge

8. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

10. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

12. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

13. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

14. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

15. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

16. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

17. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

20. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

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Top Walnut Ridge Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Spacious 5BR Retreat w Game Room, Huge Drive & Private Setting

Qube Hotel

Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

Large New 4-bedroom house with AC in Suburban Grimes

Other attractions near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Saylorville Lake Marina

Polk City Refuge

Cherry Glen Greenway

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

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