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    4.4 (9 reviews)

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    The trail in Wayne County
    Nobuyuki S.

    What were they thinking? I've ridden on trails, in a state forest or two, and on city streets around Seminole and Orange Counties in Florida, as well as the streets and roads of Wayne County. Elsewhere in the country, I wasn't comfortable enough to ride, as traffic was careless. Wayne County's traffic hasn't become better, so the trail becomes more important for those who ride bikes. Obviously, winter stops a lot of that here, but I've seen hard-core people do it. I appreciate that they funded the trail, but they misused the money in a huge way. Instead of putting highway-style mile markers, they had large rocks carved. They're difficult to read, unless you stop to face them--some on the top, some in the front. There are locations with a portapotty, but no bike racks. In fact, there are hoops substituting as bike racks, where they even bothered to put anything. Mr. Big Bucks in his $500 biking outfit isn't going to be able to use that, and there are no valet services, either. For some inexplicable reason, there are metal gates at some of the intersections, so that bikers must go around them on a tiny portion of pavement. At one intersection, there is a parking lot, including a handicapped spot with no entrance for cars or trucks. There are huge signs when simpler, less expensive signs would do. The trail itself is fine, but it feels as though a lot of people were congratulating themselves on what they bought. Sometimes, you'll find some great at Target, when you just paid too much at Bloomingdale's.

    Round barn along the Cardinal Greenway
    Chris Y.

    Loved this trail for it's long distance and nice scenery! Several friends and I chose to make a weekend of it and rode from Richmond to Muncie, spent the night in Muncie, and rode back to Richmond the next day. This was about 45 miles of riding two days in a row. This trip was in September and weather turned out wonderfully for us. The route is mostly farmland, but the soy beans had excellent color the weekend we rode. It's a rail trail, so it's pretty flat with minimal road crossings. A good portion of the trail runs parallel to highway 35 so road crossings are county roads that intersect the highway and most have little traffic. There's a round barn along the trail. Downtown Richmond has some nice historic buildings and restaurants. There's a great restored train station in Muncie. The route through downtown Muncie was surprisingly scenic and partly along the river. The trail goes a bit north of Muncie to Gaston and there's a gap on roads and another shorter segment. It's a great long distance trail!

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    John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve

    John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve

    5.0(1 review)
    0.8 mi

    I really enjoyed my visit to this park. First, I don't think many people know about it and so I…read morehad the entire park to myself. I was able to grab one of the limited street parking sites on Bunch Blvd near the north entrance to the park. Second, there was a small plaza with informational signs describing the park, the folks involved with getting it built, and general wetland information that was brief, but helpful. Next, most of the pathway for visitors is slightly elevated on a boardwalk. Even though there was disturbance in the area during the construction, the wetlands have now recovered and the elevated trail makes for easy walking without damaging the surrounding wildlife. The rest of the trail is equally broad and hopefully gives good enough views that visitors won't wander off into the prairie area of the park. Note that during my visit, the wetlands appeared mostly dry but green. About half way through the trail, a large wooden shelter was constructed with a slightly elevated observation deck that offers great views over the lowlands of the park. There are more benches available there and lots of shade in an otherwise open area of the park. I really appreciate that the area has been preserved as a beautiful green area that can accommodate both humans and nature. Review #1053

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    John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve - We always have a great time at the wetlands!

    We always have a great time at the wetlands!

    John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve - Though dry during my visit, you can see how this lowland area near the river would be a prime space for overflow

    Though dry during my visit, you can see how this lowland area near the river would be a prime space for overflow

    John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve - North entrance to the park had a small plaza before the entrance.  There is a small entrance on the left side of the gate for visitors

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    North entrance to the park had a small plaza before the entrance. There is a small entrance on the left side of the gate for visitors

    Oakhurst Gardens - The Library

    Oakhurst Gardens

    5.0(3 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Visits to the Oakhurst Mansion and Gardens are part of the Minnetrista complex of activities in…read moreMuncie. The Oakhurst Mansion was built in 1894 by George and Frances Ball in the Arts and Crafts style. The Balls were avid readers and created the Blue Book of Canning, that teaches food preservation. This remarkably maintained house is open for self guided tours. The interior contains all original woodwork, trim details and some furniture. Family history is abundant throughout the home. My granddaughter enjoyed the interactive activities throughout the house, especially canning in the kitchen and creating a family tree. Immaculate gardens surround the house. The garden is filled with oak trees and other dense hardwoods. Paths meander through the garden. There was one clerk present during our visit that checked us in and invited us to explore the house and grounds. She was friendly. Admission was included in the $15 tickets that we purchased at the Bob Ross Experience (but can also be purchased on line). There is ample parking in the lot northwest of Oakhurst. Accessible ramps are located at the east entrance of the home. They are opened Wednesday - Sunday.

    The campus of Minnetrista is beautiful! My sister and I often drive here and park to start and end…read moreour run from the campus. There are nice paved paths that easily connect to the Cardinal Greenway or just a short jog to the White River. The paths through Oakhurst Gardens are not really long enough to do your full run, but they are a nice little detour from typical sidewalks! I would highly recommend the garden paths for an easy stroll on a nice day. This is a safe and free area to enjoy a nice walk. Even in February the gardens are well kept and the ornamental sidewalk designs provide enjoyable scenery. I am looking forward to going back as spring awakens the blooms in the garden. Another plus about parking/visiting this area for a walk or run is that the Minnetrista museum building is unlocked during business hours and you can sneak in to use the restroom!

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    Oakhurst Gardens - Meandering paths

    Meandering paths

    Oakhurst Gardens
    Oakhurst Gardens

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    Flat Fork Creek Park - Flat Fork Creek Park

    Flat Fork Creek Park

    4.6(45 reviews)
    31.9 mi

    I was a little bit nervous about signing up to do a 3k event in November, however, the opportunity…read morepresented itself and I knew I'd be able to visit a park I'd never been to before. Flat Fork Creek Park is part of Fishers Parks. Located at 101st and Cyntheanne Road, Flat Fork Creek Park offers just over 60 acres of relaxing fun for just about everyone in the family including a good amount of ADA accessibility. First off, you'll get a 60-foot sledding hill here. That's good to know as we inch toward winter. It's the tallest point in Hamilton County. There's also a 1.25 mile progressive mountain bike course that offers features for both mountain biking newbies and those with more experience. There's a beautiful fishing pond - state license required except for those 17 and under. Nearly 20 acres in the park are reforestation areas and there's a shelter with picnic tables that can be rented. Okay, that accessibility I mentioned? The 3k I did was a relatively small group, though it was centered around disability and had several disabled participants. The park includes an ADA accessible treehouse, a paved multi-use trail, and a boardwalk (I would note that while the boardwalk is, indeed, accessible, you do want to be a tad careful due to the side of the boardwalk that do offer a bit of a drop-off). You know what I think is really cool? They've created a ramp here so that even those with mobility issues can get to the top of the sledding hill - in most parks, that's an afterthought. As a side note, Fishers has won awards for their inclusion work and this park really shows it. This is really just a lovely park. You're not going to find a playground or other frequent park features, however, this beautiful park does a nice job of including everyone and weaving together nature with fun park adventures. This was my first time here. It won't be my last.

    I recently discovered this park and have gone back a few times now. It's a beautiful park with a…read moregreat walking path, trail and hill. I love taking my dog here for a walk or going alone just to watch the sun set. The park is spacious and clean and overall a great experience. If it were closer to me I'd probably go daily.

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    Flat Fork Creek Park - Treehouse vantage point

    Treehouse vantage point

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    Flat Fork Creek Park - Observation deck

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    Observation deck

    Mounds State Park

    Mounds State Park

    4.6(53 reviews)
    14.4 mi

    Great trails! Definitely one of my favorites. Not too crowded. There's a good variety of trail…read moreoptions. The trails are well kept. It was very cool to see the mounds and read about the history.

    If you haven't been here the mounds are an archeological site, and that this site and was noticed…read moreby outsiders/settlers and survived is also amazing. The nature center has a great mural of the mounds, their preservation, and Mounds before it became Mounds State Park. The obligatory bird/wildlife viewing room, like Turkey Run and Brown County State Park, is here, when you finally peel yourself away from that peaceful space, visit the Bronnenberg House next door to the nature center. You can only go in to the Bronnenberg home on the weekends, but no one bugged us for peeking in the windows of the closed building. There is sadly no more pool, and hasn't been for a couple decades, but you can get your feet wet in the shallows of the White River. We poked around for mussel shells and man-made fossils, river-erroded glass, tiles, and brick bits. Plenty of hiking trails and bike-able spots in the park, a minimal bike trail in the from Bronnenberg house the group of mounds, but the roads are pretty flat around the park if you need a good ride. Friendly enough staff at the gate and campground gate, and one ranger took the time to say hi to us after noticing our way out of state plates. Fellow campers were quiet enough, making this a good getaway.

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    Mounds State Park
    Mounds State Park
    Mounds State Park

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    White River Greenway - A shelter at Westside Park on the White River Greenway

    White River Greenway

    4.0(1 review)
    0.0 mi

    During my recent cross-state Tenderness Tour event, I had the pleasure of traveling by wheelchair…read morethe full-length of three Indiana trails - the Nickel Plate, the Cardinal Greenway, and this trail - the White River Greenway in Muncie. It should be noted that there are multiple trails that go by White River Greenway, not surprising considering the White River is a long river in Indiana and an ideal location for a walking/bicycling/wheelchair friendly trail. This trail, which connects to the Cardinal Greenway and is run by the Cardinal Greenways organization, is a just shy of 5.6 mile trail that is a beautiful weaving together of urban trail meets natural pathway. The White River Greenway in Muncie has a couple obvious places where you can easily park and tie into it - the Historic Depot area that serves as the Cardinal Greenways headquarters and Westside Park. The trail itself meanders its way through multiple Muncie area parks including Westside, McCulloch, and Tuhey. The trail is asphalt throughout, though it's worth noting that it does have some hilly areas, especially around Westside Park, and there are sections of the trail where you will actually need to cross streets. One of the true delights of the trail is that it crosses the campus of Minnetrista Center. an educational, arts, historical facility with a children's garden, nature preserve, and a focus on East Central Indiana life. It was once a Ball family estate (think the Ball jars). They are pretty famous in this area and have a wide variety of places named after them. I mean, seriously. Ball State University anyone? It's not uncommon to see wildlife on the trail, though it's typically in the form of birds, such as herons, and geese were prevalent on the Westside Park section of the trail. When you arrive near the parks, you can also access a variety of recreational equipment, shelters, picnic areas, etc. The folks at Cardinal Greenways take great pride in making their trails ADA compliant and, indeed, the White River Greenway is no exception including a wetlands area. However, you should know there's no actual restroom facilities on the trail - there is a public restroom in the Cardinal Greenways office that is just off the trail. The day that I wheeled the White River Greenway it was a rainy mess as Indiana got hit by the post-hurricane rains. The inclines near Westside Park are just steep enough that someone with a weak upper body or any other type of mobility issue may not want to travel the trail without a partner. While you are never actually right next to the water, thus, the risk of actually falling in is minimal, you should know that there's no real barriers other than grass between the trail and the river. It's quite beautiful, but it is a river. Additionally, while I had no issues with the geese it's well known that geese can be a bit attitudinal at times and appropriate precautions should be taken - mostly, it seemed, if you leave them alone they'll leave you alone. This wasn't quite a 5-star trail to me, but it is easily a 4-star trail. The trail itself is ADA compliant, though it's occasionally steep inclines may keep some from doing the trail independently. For a trail that's actually within the city, you can't get much more beautiful. As is true for most trails, motorized vehicles are off limits but this trail is walker, bicycle, stroller, and for the most part wheelchair friendly.

    Pendleton Falls Park - Rope structure

    Pendleton Falls Park

    4.6(13 reviews)
    22.9 mi

    Fall Park is a beautiful retreat in the heart of Pendleton with a rich history. According to…read morehistorical plaques, indigenous people found refuse in the beautiful natural falls. Early settlers moved to the area in 1818 and harnessed the energy of the falls for milling and other uses. A cannery and quarry thrived on the banks of the beautiful creek. After which the area became a neglected dumping grounds. In 1919, a local business man had the vision to clean up the property and turn it into a park. Today, the park is beautiful with a massive modern playground, restroom facility, picnic pavilions, paths along the creek and naturally terraced falls. The quarry was turned into a lovely little pond complete with a folk art lighthouse. A quiet war memorial stands on the north side of the pond. I enjoyed my walk through the manicured grounds with gardens and shaded by large trees. Plenty of parking areas meander through the park. Fishing is permitted in the stream. The park is now host to annual events. This is a fabulous community park with beautiful natural elements, great facilities and a little history.

    If you are in Pendleton, McCordsville, Geist, Fortville, Fishers, or anywhere nearby, you'll want…read moreto be sure to stop at this park! There are two play areas, one for toddlers, and one for bigger kids. In between those two plate areas is a grassy area. There are items to play everywhere as well, and the best part is turf with the addition of one area made entirely of wood and wood chips That is absolutely fun as well! There are waking trails and ponds as well. On one visit we found a creek with cute waterfalls. You could spend an entire day here. Also super close to the Pendleton downtown area. You can walk to Ohanalulu ice cream, INitaly, Edicta39 and more if you're looking for food while you play.

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    Pendleton Falls Park - Climbing structure

    Climbing structure

    Pendleton Falls Park - Restrooms

    Restrooms

    Pendleton Falls Park - Pavilions

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    McCulloch Park - at the south end is a statue of George McCulloch by Leonard Crunelle (1915)

    McCulloch Park

    3.3(4 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    I have very mixed feelings about this park. The park itself…read moreis large and expansive with playground equipment, walking & bike trails and a lovely creek running it though it, a renovated train bridge that is now available as part of the bike trail. The sad part was lots of gang tagging on the concrete and we saw drug needles in the grass by the train bridge. While in the park, a friend text me and said, "You are not from the area. Be careful." Ouch!

    What a waste. This is one of Muncie's largest parks and even the City's website describes the…read morelatest improvements as removal of a hazardous playground and removing a little league ball field with a bad fence. Really? There has been so much neglect that even the City lists an outdated location (a section of Broadway Ave was named after Dr MLK Jr. quite awhile ago.) But it is still a large green park that some folks care about. I saw a city worker spraying weeds in near 90 degree heat. The park was pretty well groomed and free of trash. There is a relatively new playground and a basketball court. I even saw a two lane soap box derby hill/track, but wonder how much use that space has today. I would like to see the city put some effort into rethinking the use of the space. Maybe it should become a mostly nature park with hiking trails....there is plenty of room. Until then, it has some rentable shelters and adequate parking...and a lot of greenspace. Review #1051

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    McCulloch Park - McCulloch Park statue

    McCulloch Park statue

    McCulloch Park - Basketball court

    Basketball court

    McCulloch Park - Mature trees and a baseball field

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    Mature trees and a baseball field

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