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Columbia City Parks & Rec
4.5 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · Running trail in Columbia City, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Columbia City Parks & Rec'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.
Playground, pond and baseball fields plus picnic tables in a tranquil setting.
What runners say about Columbia City Parks & Rec
“New playground equipment in several areas well maintained and managed ball diamonds nice splash pad for kids of all ages.”
“The pond is full of life and surrounded by beautiful plants and wildlife.”
Our town is not very big, but for it's size, I think we have a nice park. It was busy today. The playground, soccer fields, trail, skate park and ball diamonds were all being used as well as many picnic tables and the pavilion was full. It's fun, good exercise, and well used. Plus the splash pad is great on hot days.
New playground equipment in several areas well maintained and managed ball diamonds nice splash pad for kids of all ages. Many summer events. Fireworks , pow wow , picnics. Beautiful hiking trails and pond
Amazing park! There are trails to bike, run, walk, or even skateboard on! They have a small park area, a decent skate area. Baseball fields to watch people to play or to play in. The splash pad is great for younger kids. The pond is full of life and surrounded by beautiful plants and wildlife.
Quiet, peaceful and safe environment. As I sat there in my car I watched a single women walking or jogging, and that speaks volumes for Columbia City.
Trail conditions & character
“Dogs are welcome on the paved trails and grassy areas!”
“The bathrooms are open 3 seasons, and they close in the winter.”
Plan your run at Columbia City Parks & Rec
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecolumbiacity.net
- Phone+1 260-248-5180
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5:45 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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