If you have little kids on bikes, or if you ever stopped paying attention and drifted off the pavement, then read up. Lots of friendly people along the ride. Drivers will smile and wave to you when you cross. If youre looking for more quiet and solitude, you may want to go farther north or south. I'm visiting in Noblesville and find the Monon does not meet that expectation so I drove an hour to the closest trailhead in Losantville. It was an easy ride, gentle slopes, a lot of tree canopy and benches along the way for some rest time. Theres a water fountain thats turned on except during the winter. 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. I saw only one water fountain on the trail inside Richmond City limits. You might just slip under the fence and over the cliff. It's uphill from Richmond. I got up early everyday for 5 days and rode different sections. The southern section was reliable in this area. 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. I bought a Cardinal Greenways Trail User Guide for a mere $2 and found it to be chock full of good info and detailed maps.I hate to sound at all negative, but there is some critical info I need to share: there are countless road crossings and some of the roads are quite busy. It is wide for passing, and smooth as you can get. Further south, there are several bridges that offer nice views of creeks on this portion of the ride. Minnetrista. We had a nice afternoon ride on this trail. Just pick a dry day or two to ride it. However within Muncie there were a couple of nice scenic view-points. No RV? I look forward to heading south toward Richmond! An on-road route has been designated between the two towns. 1. The South trail head parking is not at the end of the trail in Jonesboro IN.,(its just off of hyw 22 & 35) and one owes it to yourself to go a little further south to see the trails end (it really doesnt end there it just goes onto public streets and meets up eventually with the section in Gaston IN) Theres a really nice walking bridge over the river near the parking area in Jonesboro that will take you to a public park in Gas City IN. You can also print the map by clicking the "Printable Map" button below. Sadly, once you cross Nebraska St. it becomes way too much starting and stopping crossing all the roads that must be crossed before you reach Ninth St. Once past Ninth St. however it becomes a fairly pleasant ride all the way to Miller Ave. the current trails end(or head). It is a great place to get exercise on a bike or . If you want a few more, there are a couple of shorter trails that connect in Muncie. Do not drift off the trail! BOTTOM LINE: Recommended. This is the only trailhead in Richmond that has water. 101. Day 2: We head south toward Richmond on our second day. Beautiful farm country USA. Looking for Craft Beer or Wineries? 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. Next week On our way back to Raleigh NC, we plan to ride another 2 days. North Phoenix Campground. The elevation gain is not negligible. They were well marked, however. I am not from this region and had never heard of these critters that can flourish in July and August especially in years when locusts also flourish. Wow! 2) A great comparison to the SW Ohio trail system. This stretch of the route has light traffic, giving it a remote feeling, and is relatively flat with a slight downhill grade. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. If you get a chance, you should definitely get on this trail. Decades ago, a disused railroad line found new life, becoming the Cardinal Greenway, Indiana's longest rail-trail.But with some ambitious new projects planned, the newest member of the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame which is also celebrating its 25th anniversary as a trail in 2018is about to experience yet another rebirth.. Not as many benches and none in the shaded tree canopy sections. Medford Trail Head (County Road 500 South) has ample room for trailers, with a looped gravel lot. Copyright Cardinal Greenways - All Rights Reserved. ", "I visited Muncie for the first time in August 2002 to attend a friend's wedding. Overall it is in excellent condition and seems well-maintained.The trail covers 16.5 miles from Losantville to the Wysore Street Depot in Muncie. Using the Muncie section of the Greenway is what really made the trip to Muncie very impressed. These gates are rather nicely done - they look quite nice - but they require your attention in order to safely negotiate them. Oct 25 I rode from Losantville to Muncie & back [36 miles]. 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 . Their website has an interactive map that helps you plan your routes. Just be alert, don't be stupid. Learn more about cookies in our, National Museum of the United States Air Force. You could haul a bike down it if you wanted, but its probably not the best place. Along the way youll go under some large bridges and you can read some historical markers. Most of the railroads along the Great American Rail-Trail are literal ones. For a map to the trailhead, visit WayNet.org the North 3rd St. * Only at participating KOA locations. BACKGROUND 1) A great test for me. I really wonder how problematic they are for recumbants, tandems and for folks pulling a carrier. Lots of wildlife. (An unofficial trail tip: If youre on foot, you can keep walking north of the parking lot through a grass field. Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. There isn't water at every stop but there are nice benches and frequent maps. If you are into biking for recreation you have to check this one out. A cut off signal mast here hearkens the days of the line's CTC control from Peru. This portion of the trail is just as the other couple parts I've experienced. and River Rd. Immediately turn right onto N. D St. I was going northwest and west in the afternoon of the first day, and the sun was doing an admirable job of trying to blind my left eye. 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. Distance from downtown Phoenix: 35 minutes. I did see two cats, a lot of chipmunks, and quite a few blue jays, though ironically not a single cardinal. This is the trailhead. There are restrooms every 4-5 miles, most of them with hand sanitizer, which is quite good. This trail has a slight turn for every half mile of strait away. I think that not converting any of the old railways to useful recreational pathways is going to be a terrible loss. The flowers were ubiquitous and the temps perfect. This information was provided by on 11/26/2003 8:13:42 PM: Notes on . I was impressed with its wide and smooth surface. It now goes under the railroad by North Gavin St, and continues along the river and some switchbacks before crossing a bridge known as Bridge #85 south of East Jackson Street, connecting back up with the Cardinal Greenway west of the river. Cant wait to ride this again. You can park there and get right on the trail. The Prairie Creek Reservior is close to the trail between Medford and Blountsville if you'd like to see a boats and visit a beach! And they even had waterless hand cleaner!There is a lot of nice interpretive signage and the trailmarkers are the classiest I have ever seen - bar none! 3. The paved trail to the Greenway is on the south end of the parking lot. Here's some background, the good, the bad, and the heads up report. Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area Trails. The only thing I didn't care for about about this ride were the many busy road crossings and the presence of busy highways nearly the length of the ride. Trail very well maintained. Take the time to read the background and a short ride on the surface road gives you a better look at the barn. No point deduction for this as it does not reflect on the trail, but hey, local Richmond folks the trail-link write up needs an update. If you ride a long wheel base recumbant, or a tandem, the gates blocking access at many of the road crossings are a real pain. Nice ride. You definitely know youre in a town, but youre below it all in a partly wooded area. Our RV park has 50+ large sites with full hookups, swimming pool and laundry facilities. Great trail! 1.7 mi Biking Trails Parks. You really have to slow down and watch what you are doing. The Sweetser Switch and this trail combine to make 13.7 miles of varied and fascinating scenery, a real treat for ghost railroaders like myself! Indiana drivers were very accommodating at intersections. Many, many farms with corn and soy bean fields. Overall I really enjoyed this trail; very light grades made for an easy peddle. Drive until you come to a crosswalk with flashing yellow lights. If you turn south on South 1st Street by the bridge that has the big RICHMOND sign, youll wind up at a parking lot for the Star-Gennett building where pianos were manufactured 100 years ago. Gennett Records, an offshoot of the Starr Piano Company of Richmond, Indiana, recorded many of the jazz greats in the late 1910s and 1920s. The GOOD: The trail is very well put together. ONE WARNING- as with any stop sign, please heed the message! Forgot those beautiful, point-topped cast concrete C&O whistleposts in my trail review. Marion Located in Grant County, Marion is the northernmost segment of Cardinal Greenway. Cardinal Greenway parking lot .25 miles on north side of road. Butif you go off the edge of the pavement, you may go over a cliff. 101. Its a school parking lot, but even if you go when school is in session you should be okay. It reminded Me of the Tanglefoot Trail a bit, due to the rural region, only instead of cotton & soybeans, the crop is corn. 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. If you prefer something more artistic . Sites may be limited. The Cardinal Greenway is an asphalt paved rail trail from downtown Richmond to a point north of Muncie. Head east on IN 26, and travel 1.5 miles. and River Rd. 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. Region(s): Just Outside Wayne Co. Butterfly Garden. Our plan was to park our car, with all of our luggage, in Muncie, which is central to this trail. In this video, our RV expert discusses the different types of RV batteries We are all about living in the moment and enjoying the current season of camping that youre in. Numerous street crossings are the only drawback on the northern section. Heading southwest out of Marion, you will pass trailheads at Miller Avenue and Hogin Park, both featuring information kiosks and ample parking. Head west on IN 18, and go 10.8 miles. Just rode the Richmond section of the Cardinal Greenway with my 13 year-old son; it's nice, not great. Visit Richmond's Historic District online. The next morning I woke up with welts all over my forehead, neck and shoulders. Cardinal Greenways Horse Trail is a 3.5 mile linear trail, primarily wooded with modest hills and one water crossing. A very enjoyable trail and worth the trip to the Muncie area. Some of the trail is very interesting but area's are really plain. Applies to one-site, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Got on the trail at Rotary Park and headed north. Funds raised from May 13 support KOA Care Camps which distributes more than $2.2 million dollars annually to support 132 oncology camps each year. But a great trail to ride. Go north on US 27 about 1/4 mile, turn right (east) onto Highland Road, go 1 mile, turn right on Cart Rd and follow the signs.GPS: N39.870933, W84.862657. 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.. You can park your car here and go up a steep switchback to get to the Greenway. 2) Stay alert! I'm from FL so I noticed the slight rises but most would consider the portion I rode flat. 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. Used the Cardinal Greenway from Marion to Muncie for the first time in my life and mostly the first time I had ever biked to a destination outside Grant County. From Williamsburg to Richmond the path shows its rail roots with a stretch on an elevated railbed. The trail is well marked and well maintained in the sections we rode. Also take time to pedal around Losantville, Economy, and Williamsburg. There are plenty of rest stops along the way but very little pavilions to help keep you dry if the weather turns wet. Along the way, all the old C&O mileposts remain intact, from 133 down to 127, except for MP130. The trail is in very good shape with very nice rest areas that are spaced at very friendly intervals. If you are interested in a specific campground or site, or availability is limited, we suggest you checkout promptly. The Pastor and his wife were very hospitable and let us stay in their recreation hall over night. Simply one of the most beautiful and interesting trails I have ridden in my 1250 miles of rail-trails! 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. Cardinal Greenways. Turn right onto S. Wheeling Pike. With my trailer attached, huh? I ran into some construction near the Depot Trailhead in Muncie, so cut the ride short there, as rain also threatened. Towns Along the Trail Hoosier towns along the 62 miles of Cardinal Greenway are worth discovering! 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. I live in Richmond and have walked this trail with my dog regularly for about five years. Sweetser Trailhead in Converse at 1281 North 700W. The trailhead is straight ahead at the end of this short street. Round trip was a little over 12 miles. The trees and ditches could use some cleaning. I really enjoyed the open sections that are fairly straight so you can comfortable ride at your preferred pace. That being said, the trail is wide, you won't need to skirt the edges. There was also a music recording studio that made jazz and country records. The old Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) rail line was about transportation . On the south end of town, the Greenway is on the west side of the river. Its fine if youre on foot. The club van will be used to transfer bikes, gear and people to Richmond, IN. I loaded the car with the bike, the rack, the bike trailer, the gps, drive the interstate etcI was fully loaded for this test ride. Directions there are at the bottom of the post. 39 talking about this. On a sunny summer day, you WILL get cooked on this trail, so bring lots of water and plenty of sunscreen.Scenery? I think the only downside of the ride was trying to get thru MUNCIE. From East Main Street, at the railroad bridge that has a big RICHMOND sign, turn north. Fully enjoyed it. 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. The lady attendant was helpful and very pleasant. I rode the trail on a fairly heavily laden touring bike to The Seldom Scene Meadow B&B. 33. The bean fields were turning gold and were gorgeous and the corn was about half green and half dryed out. Our interactive trail map allows you to get directions to any trailhead. The trail is smooth and paved all the way through with lots of trailheads, benches, maps, porta-potties, drinking fountains, bike air, and fixing stations. Check the local NWS radio station to find out where the wind will come from when you plan to ride and then design a trip that heads into it so you'll have a push on your return. Quiet ride through the countryside of Indiana. On Thursday we rode from Tingler Rd trailhead to Richmond and back-15M. The trail is paved, easy riding with a slight upgrade going north for the first few miles. Southwest Ohio (Dayton-Cincinnati-Xenia etc) has a very large and well-maintained bike way system: over 320 miles interconnected safe, hard-paved paths spanning the SW quarter of the state. Richmond is about an hour's drive from where I live in Dayton. 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. The scenery changes enough, so don't worry about getting bored with your surroundings. First, I'll note that I didn't notice any pig farms, despite expecting to on the southern section, nor any Rottweilers. This is the best maintained trail we have ever been on. I enjoy the safety of the trail, as opposed to open roads with traffic, too many times cars passing me within two feet at 50-60 mph, none of this on the trail, so well worth my travel time to get to it. thanks again, 5 stars. It's a very nice trail, the areas of concern for me reside in Richmond and content in the original description, otherwise I would rate this excellent. Within just a couple of hours drive in any direction, you can explore places like The Ark Encounter and Creation . My wife and I did a century ride from Gaston to Richmond and back. Help defend and expand trails nationwide. My wife and I spent some time exploring the Cardinal Greenway that goes through Marion IN. 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. I had a great bike ride and will always remember it with the best of other fine adventures I've been on. but enough that you can tell the difference on he return. This is a super trail that allows you to experience rural Indiana at its finest. The paved trail is mostly flat, level and equally shaded/open. The Cardinal Greenway is the longest rail-trail in Indiana and an adventure not to be missed with picturesque rural landscapes, fields of wildflowers, a gorgeously restored depot, several bridges, charming small townsand a history steeped in the American Jazz Age. The other plus is how far apart the trail sections are from each stop sign. 4. The trail is paved and smooth from one end to the other and is just over 100 miles. There is a chunk of the trail near the brady street crossing in muncie that heaving of the asphalt is occuring. Its great for a nice short walk with a good flavor of local history. 1.4 mi Speciality Museums. Cardinal Greenways offers multiple map formats to help you plan your route and to find trailheads along the way. The Cardinal Greenway trail is an excellent trail. To receive your FREE chocolate samples, you must present a Chocolate Trail Passport which can be obtained at:The Old National Road Welcome Center5701 National Road E. (U.S. 40), Richmond, IN 473741.800.828.8414. To access the southernmost trailhead near Veterans Memorial Park: From I-70, take Exit 149 or 149A, and head south on Williamsburg Pike. You should visit cardinalgreenways.org for more information. Bring lots of sunscreen. The Great American Rail-Trail promises an all-new American experience. (Richmond). MUNCIE, Ind. Unique stone mile markers are situated along the trail. We have traveled the trail at different times from Gaston to Richmond, and always find something new to look at along the way. I rode the trail from the Super 8 motel in Gas City which accommodated parking my vehicle there for the overnight. Learn more at koacarecamps.org. We camp at lots of campgrounds this by far is the worse we have seen and the manager was rude and not helpful Thanks. We ride 5 days a week and dont see them everyday but potentially a terrible situation. The Medford trailhead features a circular gravel lot with hitching rails and room for horse trailers. Saw lots of Fall foliage as well; a bonus of riding there during this time of year. The weather was just right cool. The more luxurious RV Sites have full hookups and a KOA Patio. Rode from Richmond, IN to Williamsburg, IN 29.5 miles round trip. Don't expect to see refreshment stops. The day I rode, the station in Muncie was closed. The trail is well protected from the wind for the most part and the grade never goes over 1%. In Richmond, the trail goes along the edge of the Whitewater Gorge, which is really cool. Our interactive trail map allows you to get directions to any trailhead. The only downside is that water is only available at approximately a quarter of the rest areas. Now I want to ride another section of this trail. The country roads are not marked at all. I only had time to ride 5 miles at the head of the trail, but it is gorgeous. Thankfully we came upon one of the trailheads that had water. The Greenway Muncie or Gaston portion is not only safer, but there are so many options available to you after your ride is over that I would stick with that portion. Need to take liquids and snacks because not many great feeding stations along the way. The right of way was well maintained and well signed. It was her first century and it couldn't have been a better experience. This was the first rail-to-trail I'd ever been on. I found the trail to be very nice. Several rest areas are provided, but the only water stop I found was at Losantville. Possibly running the trail to a stop light crossing, a bridge across, or a culvert below would be nice. The trailheads, while not fancy, are very nice with good benches and clean, well-maintained, roomy porta-johns. Including segments on the White River Greenway in Muncie, and the Whitewater Gorge Trail in Richmond, I logged over 2000 feet of elevation gain, and it was noticeable, especially on the southern section where there were moderate, but extended, hill climbs. Written May 28, 2022. So if you are planning a trip from Marion to Muncie, pack for weather conditions. My wife and I rode the entire Losantville Section of the Cardinal Greenway Trail (round trip) in October 2012 during the height of fall color. 54-mile round trip; cloudless sky; 65- 80 degrees; mostly calm to light W breeze. We went south (from the Depot) for @ 9 miles to the Red Bud Area and returned, making it our longest trek thus far. Its not flat the whole way so if you want less challenging landscape, skip ahead to the D Street Trailhead. Login Profile Log out. Numerous stop signs near town, but the further south you go there are several areas where you can ride unimpeded for several miles. Nope, that's old information. 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