The Beyer Farm Trail not only offers a tranquil escape for those in our community, but it also helps educate the public about the surrounding wetlands, from explaining the functions of it as well as both the wildlife and vegetation that is present. When walking or riding on this trail, you will find about 1800 feet of boardwalk, encompassed in the wetlands with a new addition of a stone amphitheater located near the Kosciusko Community Hospital. Upon exiting the wetlands, an asphalt trail will appear near the lake shore to the Pike Lake Campground. Visit one of several greenways or bike facilities in the Warsaw and Winona Lake communities. Whether you’re looking to take a relaxing walk or ride your bike, we have the perfect places to go. Information on completed greenways, trailheads, and suggested bike routes can be found at the following resources: Ride Walk Kosciusko County.

The Heritage Trail is Winona Lake’s portion of the Lake City Greenway. It features artwork that interprets attributes of the heritage of Winona Lake. These attributes include: Kindness, Virtue, Generosity, Community, Gathering, Beauty, Respect, Legacy, Peace and Love. A stone commemorative bench is included in the vicinity of the artwork.

This historic iron bridge spanning the Tippecanoe River dates to 1897 but provides a peaceful getaway today. The Old Chinworth Bridge Trail, nearly two miles long, is perfect for hikers and bicyclists, who can learn some area history as they traverse the asphalt trail, which incorporates two historic bridges along the way. It’s all part of the Lake City Greenway, which includes a picnic area. If you bring along a canoe or kayak, you can launch here for an afternoon of paddling on the gentle Tippecanoe River. The Old Chinworth Bridge is on the National Registry of Historic Places. The property now belongs to the Kosciusko County Historical Society, but originally was built on the township line that separated Chief Mota’s reservation from Chief’s Checosee’s reservation. The bridge is located near the intersection of Old US 30 and CR 350 West, Warsaw.

Located in Leesburg, IN, Oppenheim Woods is owned and protected by the Nature Conservancy, whose mission is to protect our natural land and water. Established in 2010, this preserve contains rolling hills, lush forests, and gorgeous wildflowers. Wildflower varieties include trillium, celandine, poppy, and wood phlox. Additionally, songbirds of all kinds migrate through the area in April and May. This spectacular location is an ideal place to walk and bird watch.

The Pisgah Marsh Area and Boardwalk is located approximately 9 miles north of Larwill, Indiana, west of State Road 5. this area was set aside to preserve habitat resources for a variety of plant and animal species. The 445 combined acres of Pisgah Areas 1, 2 and 3 is comprised of grassland, wetland, upland forest and lake habitat. Pisgah Area 1 has approximately 128 acres not including the 6.67-acre Pisgah Lake. The Durham Lake Area is comprised of 180 acres with a 13-acre lake.

Come explore on the Syracuse-Wawasee trails! This more than 11-mile network of walking/bicycling trails meanders around the town of Syracuse, around Syracuse Lake, and Lake Wawasee, Indiana’s largest natural lake. Use the trails to visit the community center, athletics complex, wetlands, history museum, downtown shops, parks and more!

The Buck Island Trail is located close to the Between the Lake Preserve around Mud Lake. This area is owned by the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation (WACF), who is committed to protecting the natural wetlands in the area. The WACF hopes to create an environment where the community can step outside and appreciate the outdoors. If you are looking for a way to get outside and enjoy nature this summer, then visit the Buck Island Trail.

The Conklin Bay Board walk extends the existing eleven miles of trail with a one third mile wetland board walk along with two thirds more miles of concert trail. The new section of trail opened officially in May of 2020 and runs through the Rolland Wetland Conservation Area. Plus, it includes four overlook sections for visitors to admire the view.

Situated near Wawasee Lake, Conklin Bay Wetlands, and the Levinson-LaBrosse Lakes and Wetlands Education Center, the Syracuse Lake Wetland Trails consist of three trails which wind through the area. On these trails, you can see beautiful wetlands, wooded areas, and lakeshore. These trails are owned by the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation, whose mission is to protect the natural wetlands in the area. Trails are open from dawn to dusk every day, so feel free to take a walk anytime at this beautiful location.

This preserve has a small pond surrounded by forest, vernal pools scattered beneath the trees, a pine planting, numerous wetlands and a prairie. There are oak and hickory and many more species of trees as well as numerous species of wildflowers. Various birds can be seen at Wildwood, from wood ducks on the pond, to several species of woodpeckers in the woods, including red-headed and pileated. The variety of terrain provides habitats for a wide cross section of local wildlife. It is managed by Acres Land Trust and is open daily from dawn to dusk. Visit frequently – the preserve is constantly changing, and new discoveries are waiting! It covers 235.5 acres of land. The trail length is 4.5 miles, trail difficulty is 3 hikers out of 5 hikers.

Enjoy hiking or biking on these scenic, challenging paths. These trails run a 9-mile single track through the woods and over Cherry Creek. This location offers something for every biker and hiker no matter their skill level. You can ride or walk the paved, flat sections of trail or be more adventurous and take on the steep hills and tight turns.