Iowa, United States

Dating in West Des Moines

Meet real singles in West Des Moines, whether you live here or are visiting.

Looking for singles in West Des Moines? West Des Moines is home to about 73,664 people, and The One Dating keeps your deck to real people near you, shows you who already likes you, and opens the chat the moment it is mutual. Here are a few first date ideas to try once you match.

First date ideas in West Des Moines

  • Raccoon River Park

    Room to walk and talk, with no table to sit across.

  • Walnut Woods State Park

    Fresh air and a view, good for an active first date.

  • Funny Bone Comedy Club

    Check the listings and make a night of it.

  • Blue Zoo

    A calm, memorable first date.

  • Olson-Larson Galleries

    Art gives you something to talk about from the first minute.

  • Accessible Fishing Pier

    A classic stroll with a view.

Meeting someone new? Read our first date safety tips and how to spot a fake profile.

How The One Dating works in West Des Moines

  • No bots and no fake accounts in your deck: every like is a real person.
  • Pick a Main Character Vibe so matches know your energy before the first message.
  • See who already likes you, and get a short list of Top Picks from the preferences you save.
  • Only matches can message you, and block or report takes two taps.

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