Indiana has a ton of amazing parks, and with each park comes awesome trails that hikers and nature lovers can enjoy. We shared some of the most popular trails under 5 miles with you here, but in case you’re still not satisfied, here are 9 more awesome trails that will lead you to unforgettable places.
- Hemlock Cliffs National Scenic Trail - Hoosier National Forest (Union Township)
The Cut/Flickr This stunning 1.2 mile trail is perfect for all types of hikers. While relatively short, you’ll be able to view the Hemlock Cliffs waterfall and lovely cliffs.
- Low Gap Trail - Morgan Monroe State Forest (Martinsville)
ibert/Flickr This popular trail is a hefty 10.8 miles with the option of taking a three mile loop hike, instead. This trail has some stretches of gravel roads, so where appropriate shoes, and be ready for some elevation shifts.
- Town Run Trail - Town Run Trail Park (Indianapolis/Fishers)
ladymountainbiker1/YouTube This gem run by the Indy Parks and Rec department is a favorite for bikers. This trail is roughly 6.6 miles and offers some amazing sights along the way.
- Wabash Heritage Trail (Battleground)
Wayne Arthurton/Flickr This formerly 2 mile trail was extended from Battleground to Fort Quiatenon, making it now 13 miles long. Be sure to check out Tippacanoe Battlefield while you’re there!
- Rum Village Pathway - Rum Village Park (South Bend)
vulture7776969/YouTube This forest path is located is 3 miles long is one big loop. This track is popular for mountain biking, but also great for hiking and walking. Dogs can also be brought to complete this trail, but have to be kept on a leash.
- The Preserve Trails @ Fox Island Park (Fort Wayne)
rsteup/Flickr The Preserve Trails in Fox Island Park all connect to form a 3.4 mile trail loop. This trail is a good one for beginners, though hikers of all skill levels enjoy it. It’s also a great place to see frogs and snakes.
- Lawrence Creek Trail - Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park (Indianapolis)
MrMike47274 This 2 mile trail in Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park forms a loop with fantastic forest sites along the way. This is a popular trail for bikers, so keep an eye out if you’re walking it.
- Arbuckle Acres Trail - Arbuckle Acres Park (Brownsburg)
Evan Day/Arbuckle Park Facebook This trail is just short of one mile long, making it a great trail to hit when you don’t have a lot of time, or if you’re a beginning hiker. You’ll get to explore White Lick Creek while you walk, offering some stunning photography moments.
- Trail 1 - Versailles State Park (Versailles)
J Stephen Conn/Flickr Trail 1 at Versailles State Park offers a stunning 2.3 mile hike through woods and ravines. Hikers can also experience limestone sinkholes in this park as they complete this hike. Be sure to also check out the Busching Covered Bridge found here.
Have you ever hiked any of these fantastic Indiana trails? What’s your favorite hiking spot? Share with us!
The Cut/Flickr
This stunning 1.2 mile trail is perfect for all types of hikers. While relatively short, you’ll be able to view the Hemlock Cliffs waterfall and lovely cliffs.
ibert/Flickr
This popular trail is a hefty 10.8 miles with the option of taking a three mile loop hike, instead. This trail has some stretches of gravel roads, so where appropriate shoes, and be ready for some elevation shifts.
ladymountainbiker1/YouTube
This gem run by the Indy Parks and Rec department is a favorite for bikers. This trail is roughly 6.6 miles and offers some amazing sights along the way.
Wayne Arthurton/Flickr
This formerly 2 mile trail was extended from Battleground to Fort Quiatenon, making it now 13 miles long. Be sure to check out Tippacanoe Battlefield while you’re there!
vulture7776969/YouTube
This forest path is located is 3 miles long is one big loop. This track is popular for mountain biking, but also great for hiking and walking. Dogs can also be brought to complete this trail, but have to be kept on a leash.
rsteup/Flickr
The Preserve Trails in Fox Island Park all connect to form a 3.4 mile trail loop. This trail is a good one for beginners, though hikers of all skill levels enjoy it. It’s also a great place to see frogs and snakes.
MrMike47274
This 2 mile trail in Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park forms a loop with fantastic forest sites along the way. This is a popular trail for bikers, so keep an eye out if you’re walking it.
Evan Day/Arbuckle Park Facebook
This trail is just short of one mile long, making it a great trail to hit when you don’t have a lot of time, or if you’re a beginning hiker. You’ll get to explore White Lick Creek while you walk, offering some stunning photography moments.
J Stephen Conn/Flickr
Trail 1 at Versailles State Park offers a stunning 2.3 mile hike through woods and ravines. Hikers can also experience limestone sinkholes in this park as they complete this hike. Be sure to also check out the Busching Covered Bridge found here.
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