Home › Indiana › Terre Haute › Fowler Park-Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department
Fowler Park-Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department
4.4 ★★★★☆ 288 Google reviews · Running trail in Terre Haute, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Fowler Park-Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department'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.
Public park with a playground, picnic areas, fishing, trails, and camping facilities.
What runners say about Fowler Park-Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department
“Lots of well maintained homes, a school, store and wagon from another time.”
“Beautiful cabins, but it isn't quiet completely, you can hear traffic, trains, the hustle and bustle doesn't leave you alone completely.”
Love it here. The trails are great. There is so much to see here. The cabins, covered bridge, lake and more. This is a great place for the whole family. I would plan at least an hour for exploring. There is free parking and entry. You can also pay for camping at the lake.
Loved the pioneer village! On our family road trip, we decided to stop at Fowler Park for a picnic. Not being from the area, we had no idea that there was an old pioneer village on the property with some original buildings from the area and some replicated. What a treat!
Love the trails that are there for hiking my pup. Not crowded and pup off has never been a problem. He is super well trained, so that might play a role. I love trails and being able to have my trail trained companion with me.
Beautiful campground. Host very knowledgeable and friendly. Lots of trails and beautiful lake surrounding all campsites. Electric and water no sewer. Dump station available.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful cabins, but it isn't quiet completely, you can hear traffic, trains, the hustle and bustle doesn't leave you alone completely.”
“It is however April and the restrooms need to all be opened !”
Plan your run at Fowler Park-Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department
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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitevigoparks.org
- Phone(812) 462-3413
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
Running trails near Terre Haute
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Riley Spur Trailhead
5 ★★★★★ 1 reviews
Elliott Woods State Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 63 reviews
Nature preserve featuring kid-friendly hiking trails, a playground, and bridges.
Voorhees Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 239 reviews
Neighborhood green space with an ample skate park, a playground & athletic courts.
Paul Dresser Wabash River Heritage Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
Fairbanks Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 373 reviews
Spacious park featuring a dog park, boat docks and playground, plus trails.