I rode the trail approx 8 yrs ago and loved it. 2) Stay alert! but enough that you can tell the difference on he return. It is 10.5 more miles from the depot to Gaston; this section is quite open and there is little shade. Although the decorative gates are interesting they are a hassle for cyclists to navigate. Im not sure if the Cardinal Greenway oversees it, but I consider it part of the Greenway. They may have water, I just dont know for sure. From East Main Street, at the railroad bridge that has a big RICHMOND sign, turn north. 1:07. This is a nice railtrail mostly through farm lands in the country land of Indiana! 850 N. (Gaston) to Test Rd. 1. To make a day out of your hike, stop by the Cumberland 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." 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. The premium Tent Sites have water and electric hookups. Cardinal Greenway roadway itself is kept up very well, but the scenery is not much to see a lot of the way. I rode this trail for a full one-day shakedown ride for a much longer multi-day trip that I will take later. There was an error gathering form errors. The large maps at each trailhead (and there are several that are not shown on the map here) are very clear and helpful, providing mileages. Cardinal Greenways offers multiple map formats to help you plan your route and to find trailheads along the way. The Cardinal Greenway is the longest rail-trail in Indiana and spans 62 miles from Marion through Muncie to Richmond in East Central . NUMBER 2 TIP: Make sure you double check the names of streets. Towns Along the Trail Hoosier towns along the 62 miles of Cardinal Greenway are worth discovering! I would recommend riding the Muncie section of the Cardinal Greenway in the late fall after the leaves are down or in the early spring before leaf on. We had dry riding the rest of the way to Richmond. It's easy to strike a conversation with locals, who are very appreciative of this trail. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! The BAD: 1) OK, Trailink, where is it really? Further south, there are several bridges that offer nice views of creeks on this portion of the ride. 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. This is a super trail that allows you to experience rural Indiana at its finest. Great trail. This forms a loop option you can take with the Cardinal Greenway and the White River Greenway in Muncie. Very Sunny most of the way, but with some really nice long shady woods. While some of the trail is out in the sun, most of it is a shaded path along the edge of the forest, so it could be fairly comfortable in midsummer. I ran into some construction near the Depot Trailhead in Muncie, so cut the ride short there, as rain also threatened. Beautiful trail and surroundings. Numerous stop signs near town, but the further south you go there are several areas where you can ride unimpeded for several miles. 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. These are some of the best, well-taken photographs I have seen from the trail pages. Add your sites from different campgrounds into your shopping cart* and then choose checkout. Kudos to everyone at the Cardinal Greenway! Prairie Creek Reservoir in Selma is rated 6.8 of 10 at RV LIFE Campground Reviews. This section of the Cardinal Greenway is pretty much a flat and unchallenging ride. First, I'll note that I didn't notice any pig farms, despite expecting to on the southern section, nor any Rottweilers. I highly recommend this trail. This is a great trail for indiana. Found this by accident while on a bike tour across the states. I have no idea why there are two North D Streets a block apart!) Wow! View website. Always bring my bicycle along on business trips, to ride at the end of the day. Great Job. The trailhead is straight ahead at the end of this short street. TEST ROAD This section has some shaded areas, but it is largely very open. Cardinal Greenways Horse Trail. In 0.6 mile, cross the East Fork Whitewater River, and Richmond Ave. becomes N. D St. Go 0.1 mile after crossing the river, and turn right onto N. Fifth St. Drive until you come to a crosswalk with flashing yellow lights. The smell is atrocious and as a vegan its even more disgusting. Across the nationand the worldonly the limits of imagination will limit its use. Its also great if you want to pedal fast and not have to worry about moving around skaters, etc. All of this ride, glitches included, was pleasant. South Trailhead. The Cardinal Greenwayand the American Jazz Age Cardinal Greenway | Photo by Jane Holman, courtesy Waynet, Inc. It's uphill from Richmond. Located just 90 minutes north of Indianapolis, Grant County is a quick exit off I-69 in East Central Indiana. Smoothly paved, little to no debris. Paved and well maintained. I am from Northwest Ohio. Didn't realize this was such an extensive trail It was not only long, but in excellent condition and a very nice ride. It houses the Cardinal Greenway heqdquarters and a nice gift shop that was open when I visited. Sites may be limited. The stop signs are clearly visible and the trail has been well maintained by the volunteers. The paved trail to the Greenway is on the south end of the parking lot. We ride an old Pacific Tandem Fat Tire bike. Some visitors to Muncie arrive on two wheels. The Great American Rail-Trail promises an all-new American experience. 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 several dining options in downtown Muncie, which are an easy trip off of the trail. There really aren't many places to fill up. Do not drift off the trail! Oct 25 I rode from Losantville to Muncie & back [36 miles]. On another trip I'll pick a different trailhead which would offer a more scenic ride according the rider I met at the trailhead before I started riding. Now I want to ride another section of this trail. 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. To reach the trailhead in Gaston, take I-69 to Exit 255 for IN 26 toward Hartford. The many log fences lining the trail are quite nice, as are the many large rocks that are imprinted with the mileage and the greenway logo. Lots of fun memories! I do agree with some others that a few more water stops along the way would be beneficial, l have been out there on 90+ degree days when l could have used it, although realizing electricity is not really an option at rest stops without considerable costs, it seems maybe a couple bbusinesses along the way, close by could sponsor water stops, that would be well marked from the trail, for example, two points between Losantville and Richmond. By using this site, you consent to the use of all the cookies. I came from out-of-state and drove up US35 from I-70 where they insect in Richmond nice route!The trail is smooth and flat with a few cracks and sharp bumps in and near Muncie. The road portion was OK but GPS is pretty much a requirement. last summer(about 71/2 miles one way). 54-mile round trip; cloudless sky; 65- 80 degrees; mostly calm to light W breeze. The old Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) rail line was about transportation . I live in FL now and am looking forward to the day when I can return to the cardinal greenway to ride the new sections and connectors. 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. and River Rd. Split-rail fences are positioned along that edge, but, in my mind, they give a false sense of security: if you go off pavement, the wide-gapped fence may not really catch you. It's a nice trail for a long, leisurely bike ride. I live in Richmond and have walked this trail with my dog regularly for about five years. But the trail is so great I would do it again but take more precautions. Point deducted for safety concerns. Indiana drivers were very accommodating at intersections. 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. I did see two cats, a lot of chipmunks, and quite a few blue jays, though ironically not a single cardinal. To access the northernmost trailhead just outside of Marion: From I-69, take Exit 264 for IN 18. Bridges are restored with a decorative flare, nicely laid-out access parks with parking along the way. There are very few places to stop along the way to purchase supplies. This is the only trailhead in Richmond that has water. Elm St. If you are interested in a specific campground or site, or availability is limited, we suggest you checkout promptly. I would not like to take this trail on a hot summer day because the rest stops do not have shade and in some areas the trees are not fully grown to protect against sun and wind. I asked a local who was jogging up the steps if this is where I get on. ONE WARNING- as with any stop sign, please heed the message! My wife and I did a century ride from Gaston to Richmond and back. Yesterday was our first ride on the Muncie section of the Cardinal Greenway and we give it a resounding 4 thumbs up (2 for each of us). Few amenities along the way. Its very well maintained but there are some tricks to accessing and using it. Region(s): Just Outside Wayne Co. Butterfly Garden. Certainly worth investigating rain or shine.. By the way, take a look at the still intact stub of the Pennsy at the grade crossing at the nearby trailhead. The only downside is that water is only available at approximately a quarter of the rest areas. Found this trail on the trail link app. Head east on IN 26, and travel 1.5 miles. 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear. The scenery changes enough, so don't worry about getting bored with your surroundings. 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. Medford Trail Head (County Road 500 South) has ample room for trailers, with a looped gravel lot. Beautiful farm country USA. Prairie Creek Reservoir in Selma, Indiana: 2 reviews, 2 photos, & 1 tips from fellow RVers. Richmond KOA Holiday is a family-owned campground with family activities in Richmond, Indiana. 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