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Best Rail-Trails in Indiana

Flat, paved and easy to love

Central Indiana · Updated August 16, 2026

Indiana's abandoned railroad corridors have become some of the friendliest miles in the state: gentle grades, shade, and towns with ice cream at the halfway point. These are good picks for strollers, road bikes and first-time distance walkers.

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The corridors worth a drive.

Conditions change with weather, seasons and management decisions. Verify hours, closures and access with the managing agency before you head out, and follow Leave No Trace principles on every visit.