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Bicentennial Nature Area
4.3 ★★★★☆ 79 Google reviews · Running trail in Lafayette, Indiana · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Bicentennial Nature Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Secluded area for boating, kayaking and hiking, plus picnics.
What runners say about Bicentennial Nature Area
“Beautiful place to take your family and enjoy the great outdoors”
“It's very peaceful, yet right at the edge of town.”
Great nature area. Very scenic. Lots of birds to find and wonderful to walk. Hiking around the lake was roughly 1.75 miles, so a great Sunday stroll. Lovely nature area in the city! Can't wait to kayak the lake when it's warmer
Gem of an area to bird. Visited yesterday for first time to see Red-throated Loon. Common Loon present as well along with a diversity of other waterfowl. 70 acre lake, previous quarry, completely surrounded by vegetation. Next time will walk more of property.
Great place for a hike. Fishing is alright. Seems to be a lot of little Bluegill that will be happy to snack on some worms. A bit strange to be between Sagamore, a cemetery, a shooting range, and an old landfill.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful place to take your family and enjoy the great outdoors”
“It's very peaceful, yet right at the edge of town.”
Plan your run at Bicentennial Nature Area
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websitetippecanoe.in.gov
- Phone+1 765-807-1500
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–9 pm |
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