Turn left onto County Road 400 W. The trailhead and parking lot for the Sweetser Switch Trail (which serves both the Sweetser Switch Trail and the Cardinal Greenway) will be on your right. Gorgeous gorgeous trail! WHAT:Stay Friday night, May 12th at a participating campground, and get Saturday night, May 13th for just $20*. I only had time to ride 5 miles at the head of the trail, but it is gorgeous. Numerous street crossings are the only drawback on the northern section. It just keeps changing, right down to the trail's end at Jonesboro, where you climb back up along the river's edge, on a shelf, lined with huge timber supports from the railroad days. Apart from the trailheads, there are lots of benches at random spots along the way. About 23 miles round trip. Cardianl Greenways connects to Prairie Creek Reservoir, Red-tail . (Richmond). Whether you are seeking a That doesn't mean this area has to always be empty. The Cardinal Greenway (TGC) is a multi-use recreational network combining a rail trail and an on-street route that together cross 62 miles (100 km) and five counties in east central Indiana.The greenway, which was designated a National Recreation Trail in June 2003 and in 2018 was named to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy's "Rail Trail Hall of Fame." Then look to the Historic Richmond Depot District! The trail itself is often elevated with coarse railroad ballast gravel on both sides. We went south (from the Depot) for @ 9 miles to the Red Bud Area and returned, making it our longest trek thus far. Very flat except some slight grades at the southern 20 miles. Very creative and distinctive. Cardinal Greenways is Indiana's longest span of recreational trails. There isn't water at every stop but there are nice benches and frequent maps. This trail has a slight turn for every half mile of strait away. Indianas Longest Span of Recreational Trails. Excellent trail, we rode from Gaston to Richmond. As you wind south out of Muncie, you will pass by Mansfield Park, which could also serve as a starting/ending point with good picnic facilities. Get closer to your family and friends while camping at Richmond KOA Holiday. Losantville parking area is just off US35, 3.7 miles N of intersection of US35 and IN1; well marked and easy to find. Rode a quick 26 miler out n back from Richmond. There are not very many places to eat or use the restroom. This is the only trailhead in Richmond that has water. Great trail to ride , the hog farm near Williamsburg smells terrible and at least 3 times big Rottweiler dogs have chased us and nearly wrecked us at the hog farm entrance. You could haul a bike down it if you wanted, but its probably not the best place. 330 N. 3rd St. Richmond, IN 47374 (765) 287-0399. Return to your campsite and relax after long, fun-filled days exploring the area or participating in our campground events. Help defend and expand trails nationwide. If you go off the edge, you will hit the gravel, you will go down. Rest stops along the way with water, porta potties and historical info every 5 miles! This is a super trail that allows you to experience rural Indiana at its finest. I was impressed with its wide and smooth surface. b) Beware the cliffs in Richmond. We love this trail! 2) Stay alert! I think the only downside of the ride was trying to get thru MUNCIE. Take the time to read the background and a short ride on the surface road gives you a better look at the barn. I rode the trail from the Super 8 motel in Gas City which accommodated parking my vehicle there for the overnight. The other plus is how far apart the trail sections are from each stop sign. Bridge crossings are very nice, with modern, attractive side rails and turn outs in some cases. It is not geared for climbing hills. Otherwise, this is a great trail, very nice personnel at the train station, and lots of places to eat in Muncie! Such trails are always welcome, but when you find one that is relatively low use (during the workday) it truly lets you relax and take in all it has to offer. This trail I thought might be sketchy in quality and safety, but I was pleasantly surprised and I thought (at least in the muncie area) it was safe and well maintained. If youre looking for more quiet and solitude, you may want to go farther north or south. I grew up in Muncie and ride this when I return home to visit my Mom. I used to cross the rail road tracks when I walked to middle school. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. Quiet ride through the countryside of Indiana. The newest section of the Cardinal Greenway runs from Losantville south to Richmond, continually changing from open, sunny stretches to shady sections under a wooded tree canopy. Marion Located in Grant County, Marion is the northernmost segment of Cardinal Greenway. This neighborhood was first settled by members of the Society of Friends, later by free blacks and German immigrants. From Losantville to Williamsburg, much of the trail runs adjacent to the road, but your eye is instead drawn to scenic wood bridges and farmlands with rustic barns and silos around every corner. 2) A great comparison to the SW Ohio trail system. 850 N. (Gaston) to Test Rd. Whether youre exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. I always try to find a cool town or city to serve as a base when exploring a new trail, and Muncie did a great job in that regard. So if you are planning a trip from Marion to Muncie, pack for weather conditions. There were a couple of housing tracts, but except for Muncie the trail is really quite rural.Because of its openess, this trail would be a killer in a headwind. You cant go inside the building except for special events, but you can use the parking lot any time. I would recommend the Greenway very highly. And there are a LOT of them in 27 miles.Bottom line: nice ride that I'll do again, although I think I would prefer a cooler or a bit less sunny day! Cardinal Greenways Horse Trail is a 3.5 mile linear trail, primarily wooded with modest hills and one water crossing. I did exactly that, assembled my bike and trailer, and then realized that the bike signage referred to the White River Gorge pathway, and I would have to go down a long length of steep steps. There are 62 miles of trail on the Cardinal Greenway, plus an additional 15 mile . Paved and well maintained. Very cool trestle over the Whitewater, and the spring colors were awesome. Another 0.3 mile south is the beautifully restored Wysor Street Depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which serves as the main office of Cardinal Greenways, Inc. I recently biked the cardinal Greenway from just south of Webster to Economy and back. Cardinal Greenway . Quite a bit of harvesting going on. I did see two cats, a lot of chipmunks, and quite a few blue jays, though ironically not a single cardinal. Its a pretty nice part of the trail. No matter where you stay, I would suggest dring your car to the trail head to avoid the heavy traffic in the area. Youll drive down a hill and toward the memorials. The main reason we do this trail is it is so remote that most people do not want to drive so far to get to it, but believe me, it is worth it if you want solitude and not a lot of traffic. ONE WARNING- as with any stop sign, please heed the message! As of this date, everything has been maintained very well. There are plans however to connect the Marion section of greenway to the West and the Sweetser Switch trail, which they then plan to extend West to Converse IN., it should be quite a fun ride once it is done "Rode the 27-mile paved section from Losantville (southern terminus of pavement) to Gaston (northern terminus of pavement) via Muncie on Labor Day, 2007. Each season has its own great things to offer.In the spring and fall, Get creative with your campfire or grill to take an everyday sundae to the next level. It is Indiana's longest rail trail on a former railroad line and benefits much of East Central Indiana. The Medford trailhead features a circular gravel lot with hitching rails and room for horse trailers. A cut off signal mast here hearkens the days of the line's CTC control from Peru. Thankfully we came upon one of the trailheads that had water. The design elements along the path are consistent throughout, with arched steel embellishments on bridge crossings and stone mile markers every 0.5 mile. Norfolk Southern is using this stub to serve the huge GM plant to your north. we love it here. Very scary and dangerous. The trail is easy to follow. In the last week of October 2022, while heading to N. VA. to attend a hobby
show, I decided to bring along the bike to sample some bike trails along the way. One can imagine the collective Hoosier hooray when the final leg of the Cardinal Greenway was put in place last summer. Ways to StayThere are many ways to stay at our campground near Richmond, Indiana. FREE bike rental is available during peak season. The trail is currently open from CR 500 South to CR 534 East. The elevation gain is not negligible. The answer is yes! Estrella Mountain is also the site where the Gila and Agua Fria rivers meet, and a 65-acre grassy picnic area. 101. Traveling from Gaston to Muncie, you will experience farm fields along the trail, and shaded canopies offering relief from the hot sun during the summer. The trail condition is generally very good, though it can be a bit bumpy in spots in Muncie. Drove down from Michigan for the second year in a row to ride this trail to launch my cycle season. VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK Suffice it to say that if this section is indictative of the other sections holding possibly more scenic appeal, an extended ride would be well worth it. Add your sites from different campgrounds into your shopping cart* and then choose checkout. I rode the entire 75 mile corridor round trip this spring and found it to give a wonderful variety of experiences. Got 6 miles in starting by Muncie. . If you have little kids on bikes, or if you ever stopped paying attention and drifted off the pavement, then read up. There was a horse farm that has a trail invitation to use their vending machine about 15 miles south of Losantville. Don't forget your bikes, the 62-mile-long Cardinal Greenway starts only a few miles away! Theyre supposed to connect this to the rest of the Cardinal Greenway to the north with a staircase, but thats not finished yet. The scenery changes enough, so don't worry about getting bored with your surroundings. There are some pit stops along the way which consist of an outhouse and a bench or two, but they are mostly in unshaded areas. You might want to start in Richmond, as it will be joy ride coming back. Outside of Muncie, there aren't a lot of places to pick up water in the northern section either, so err on the side of packing more water than you'll need. Saturday's distance is about . I rode the section of the trail from Richmond to Gaston over two days - essentially, all except the part above the gap to the north. I had a great bike ride and will always remember it with the best of other fine adventures I've been on. One of the highlights for this trail is that there are numerous trail-heads that you can choose from, and there are several areas that have portable restroom facilities. It is peaceful, scenic with very little noise from traffic. I did not know about the trail until one of the wedding party informed me of its existence. Learn more at www.greatamericanrailtrail.org. if youre trying to navigate through town just make sure youre where you need to be. There should be a big green sign at the top of the stairs. Written May 28, 2022. Beautiful farm country USA. 5.38 mi State: California Crushed . It is very well laid out; a good deal of design work went into the bridges which are very aesthetically pleasing. Indiana drivers were very accommodating at intersections. I usually take my bike along on trips like this to ride the local roads. Hop on down to our Easter Eggstravaganza!A weekend full offun and games!We will keep your little bunnies "eggcited" all weekend long!Staff lead:Arts & CraftsCandy Bar Come relax with us while you "sip and create" to celebrate Mother's Day.This one is just for the Moms. Its a paved trail that goes through a gorge thats mostly wooded parkland along the river. The section from Sweetser to the Miller Avenue trailhead and from 30th street south to Jonesboro is picturesque and safe. Five more miles will be added to the south end of the Muncie section this summer. I will be going again. At the Medford trailhead (County Road 500 South), equestrians can access the 3.5-mile Cardinal Greenway Horse Trail that parallels the paved Cardinal Greenway and extends to South County Road 534 East. Highly recommend! Horseback riding and camping at , which is located near Muncie, Indiana . The rest areas are frequent and the porta-potties clean. With my trailer attached, huh? The Greenway between Gaston and Muncie has some bumps and uneven pavement but made it back to Marion safely (with two periods of rain)
Best bike drive in Eastern Indiana in summation. You will not find, grassy edges that are routinely mowed. Its very well maintained but there are some tricks to accessing and using it. Prairie Creek Reservoir in Selma, Indiana: 2 reviews, 2 photos, & 1 tips from fellow RVers. We drive from Indianapolis to ride this trail, usually starting in Richmond and riding to the train station in Muncie, we have done it half way and started in Losantville going either north or south. Friends of the trail helping to promote events on the trail in Grant County. We are planning to ride again only when the weather is drier. Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area Trails. Kiddos will have their own craft activity!Sign up during check-in or by Come explore the beautiful city of Cambridge Indiana at the Cambridge City Antique Fair. Our AmenitiesIf you prefer to relax at the campground, there are numerous amenities to take advantage of, including: Local Things to DoMake this KOA your base camp for exploring the local area. Got on the trail at Rotary Park and headed north. Fully enjoyed it. 421 S Walnut St, Ste 100 Muncie, Indiana 47305 765-284-2700 Directions/Location It's a really good trail, but there are just enough shortcomings that I hesitate to put it at 5 stars, particularly compared to trails I've been on in West Virginia and Pennsylvania earlier in the year. Bring plenty of water. We ride an old Pacific Tandem Fat Tire bike. The road part is difficult to navigate. There is a building with bathrooms and water fountains, but theyre usually not open. I rode the trail on a fairly heavily laden touring bike to The Seldom Scene Meadow B&B. For a map to the trailhead, visit WayNet.org the North 3rd St. Some suggestions I would like to make. NUMBER 1 TIP: The Whitewater River runs north to south and divides Richmond in half. You can schedule your tee time at Highland Lake Golf Course, less than a mile away, or enjoy the beautiful Thistlewaite Falls, various trails and rose garden, right here in Richmond. There are picnic and camping areas, beaches, and cabins for rent. They just added a gate here and the sign says its closed dusk to dawn, so if you park your car there be sure to be out of there by nightfall so you dont get locked in. Wrong Length -
This trail is a lot bigger than the site currently shows. The trail is well protected from the wind for the most part and the grade never goes over 1%. 4. There was also a music recording studio that made jazz and country records. The trail is well marked and well maintained in the sections we rode. You will find a couple of gas stations with sandwich shops inside. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! As a reminder, sites saved in your shopping cart are not guaranteed, and are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Now I want to ride another section of this trail. It was in the summer, had lots of wildflowers and butterflies, and I saw many deer in the mornings. You'll go through lots of beautiful woods . Heading southwest out of Marion, you will pass trailheads at Miller Avenue and Hogin Park, both featuring information kiosks and ample parking. Found this trail on the trail link app. I grade SW Ohio trails as "excellent." It's a very nice park with a large pond, and many picnic areas to enjoy. You can access the trail from a long staircase at the parking lot across the street from Richmond High School on Hub Etchison Parkway. This trail is great for the beginner and the well experienced. It was very convenient and a great place. The Cardinal Greenway trail is part of an organized Rails-to-Trails movement. This trail currently runs from 10th street south of the park in Jonesboro, IN through Marion to Sweetser, IN - a total now of about 11 miles. Trail was in good shape with a few little bumps from cracks in the asphalt swelling and in one place a small tree across the trail from a recent storm. It was a very hot week, and I remember sections without much shade, though the fields were pretty. and River Rd. The paved pathway is open from sunrise to sunset, and its well maintained and mostly flat for its entire length. If you get a chance, you should definitely get on this trail. It reminded Me of the Tanglefoot Trail a bit, due to the rural region, only instead of cotton & soybeans, the crop is . Stopped at the train station and had a nice chat with the folks who run the place. My estimate would be that this trail is less than 50 percent shaded. I enjoy a quiet, peaceful trail for relaxing and meditating---you exercise body and spirit at once. I am from Northwest Ohio. If youre on foot, you can access the Star-Garnett building area via a stairwell on the bridge on the south side of South A Street/Route 40. Cardinal Greenway parking lot .25 miles on north side of road. They were well marked, however. A cyclist can make good time assuming the headwind is not too stern. Between Milepost 137 and 2.4 miles east, you parallel the old Cincinnati-Chicago mainline C&O on a trackside trail, and as you approach the trail's "grade crossing", you see the beautiful welded rail that Amtrak's Cardinal ran over until 1985. We had dry riding the rest of the way to Richmond. Here is the Google Maps layout for Ron's Spring Fling which will take place within the next two weeks depending on my schedule and the weather.. There are a fair number of whistle posts still in place, as well as some mile markers, a few concrete bases from signals and lots of ties along the route. But a great trail to ride. Coming from the north, the school is on the right and the parking lot is on the left side of the street. Its fine if youre on foot. Cardinal Greenways is a private, not-for-profit organization that encompasses the Cardinal Greenway, White River Greenway, Historic Wysor Street Depot and Cardinal Equestrian Trail.The Cardinal Greenway is the longest rail-trail in Indiana and spans 62 miles from Marion through Muncie to Richmond in East Central Indiana, with a road section from Gaston to Jonesboro that is . The vegetation seems to be growing back and crowding the edge of the trail, but again the freshness of the trail doesn't let this dwell on your mind during the ride. Beautiful trail, very pleasantly surprised. So don't assume that because it's in Indiana, you won't have some decent climbs! Along the final mile of the Cardinal Greenway, the trail features a trestle bridge over the East Fork Whitewater River before its official end at the D Street trailhead. I really enjoyed the open sections that are fairly straight so you can comfortable ride at your preferred pace. Towns Along the Trail Hoosier towns along the 62 miles of Cardinal Greenway are worth discovering! He saw my rig and said No" and then directed me 2 1/2 blocks to the north to find the D street trail head. I transferred over to this west end of the Cardinal Greenway from the east end of the Sweetser Switch Trail. Also take time to pedal around Losantville, Economy, and Williamsburg. This is the oldest and southern-most part of the Cardinal Greenway. Excellent parking facilities with restrooms are conveniently located at most trailheads.We started in downtown Muncie, where a large overhead arch identifies the trail, and rode north to the end of the trail, and then headed for the south end. Is strength your thing? The trip will leave 8:00 Saturday morning from Indianapolis area. Sites may be limited. I recommend jogging the bike across halfway at a time if it's a busier time of day. This trail is totally asphalt except for the bridges. This is one of the best designed trails in the country. You can park your car here and go up a steep switchback to get to the Greenway. There is some exercise equipment where the parking lot used to be. My husband was not happy with the water quality though . Located just 90 minutes north of Indianapolis, Grant County is a quick exit off I-69 in East Central Indiana. On Friday we rode from same trailhead in opposite direction 7.5 miles out, just passed the Williamsburg trailhead and back-15M. You definitely know youre in a town, but youre below it all in a partly wooded area. I saw only one water fountain on the trail inside Richmond City limits. These facilities are in excellent condition and clean. Indiana's hospitality is also very much in evidence. I rode from sweeters switch to gas city. After the park, you will cross the first of nine bridges in rapid succession. The is a three-day, two-night loop so Bertha, Mule and I can shake off the frost after a bit of Winter hibernation, and to give a test run for my heart, legs, and some equipment I've gotten . Here, you will also be faced with two bridges: to the right, a historical trestle bridge; to the left, the bicycle and pedestrian bridge that takes you across the White River. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. Theres plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. These are some of the best, well-taken photographs I have seen from the trail pages. Other sites provide a simpler experience with only water and electric hookups. Cardinal Greenways. Farther south, the McCulloch Boulevard trailhead allows for a connection to Muncies White River Greenway, which follows the trails eponymous river. It is 10.5 more miles from the depot to Gaston; this section is quite open and there is little shade. These gates are rather nicely done - they look quite nice - but they require your attention in order to safely negotiate them. Immediately turn right onto N. D St. Trail south of Muncie the best. Lots of wildlife. It reminded Me of the Tanglefoot
Trail a bit, due to the rural region, only instead of cotton & soybeans, the crop
is corn. Get back to nature along Indiana's longest paved rails-trails which spans 62 miles from . Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. Butif you go off the edge of the pavement, you may go over a cliff. 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear. Region(s): Just Outside Wayne Co. Butterfly Garden. The trail appears very well maintained, though a little less so towards Richmond. The trail is paved, easy riding with a slight upgrade going north for the first few miles. a) This spot from the description does not work: "In the heart of Richmond, you can park across from the playing field on Hub Etchinson Parkway." The flowers were ubiquitous and the temps perfect. WHY: The Big Weekend helps raise funds to send kids with cancer to medically-supervised camps all across North America. Your site was successfully added to your shopping cart. Cardinal Greenway, Muncie: See 101 reviews, articles, and 22 photos of Cardinal Greenway, ranked No.1 on Tripadvisor among 23 attractions in Muncie. ", "I visited Muncie for the first time in August 2002 to attend a friend's wedding. BE CAREFUL! You can park there and get right on the trail. We do sections of the trail. Find the river on the map and you can find the Greenway right alongside. A very enjoyable trail and worth the trip to the Muncie area. WHITEWATER GORGE TRAIL I always park right next to the staircase and Ive never had trouble. It's uphill from Richmond. The Pastor and his wife were very hospitable and let us stay in their recreation hall over night. We were extremely pleased with the mild terrain grade on both days! Although the decorative gates are interesting they are a hassle for cyclists to navigate. Enjoy biking, hiking, or jogging along the beautiful portion of the Cardinal Greenway rail-trail project in Grant County. Gennett Records, an offshoot of the Starr Piano Company of Richmond, Indiana, recorded many of the jazz greats in the late 1910s and 1920s. Cardinal Greenway. Applies to one-site, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Their website has an interactive map that helps you plan your routes. We do agree with the recommendation that others made in previous reviews that you need to make sure you have plenty of your own liquids, as there are not many places to hydrate along the trail. This is a great trail for indiana. You may know Richmond for its preserved architecture and being the cradle of recorded jazz, but did you know it is also an exceptional place for a family vacation? Not as many benches and none in the shaded tree canopy sections. The paved trail to the Greenway is on the south end of the parking lot. Heading south from the depot, you will find yourself in the quiet residential neighborhoods of Muncie. Kudos to everyone at the Cardinal Greenway! 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