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Fred & Dorothy Meyer Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Running trail in Martinsville, Indiana · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Fred & Dorothy Meyer Nature Preserve'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.
Scenic hiking trails, some steep, leading through nature and woods.
What runners say about Fred & Dorothy Meyer Nature Preserve
“No amenities, but a beautiful piece of woods with native Indiana timber.”
“The trail itself is well marked but the entrance to the parking lot isn't.”
“It seems not many come here, which is nice if you enjoy a quiet hike”
A nice, quant little hike in a quiet area. I hiked the whole thing twice in a couple hours & only encountered one other couple, which was a pleasant surprise for a good saturday afternoon. The trails are pretty steep, & the ground can be a bit unstable in areas, so watch your footing.
Very secluded and shady trail. Lengthy distance for low activity individuals, benches throughout the trail allows for frequent senic stopping points. Beautiful landscape but rare wildlife spotting. Parking is limited and turn into parking area is mostly hidden on main road.
Nice hike. The trail itself is well marked but the entrance to the parking lot isn't. The are some deep ruts getting to the parking area. Beautiful scenery with deep ravines, steep inclines, and old growth. It's a great little work out.
No amenities, but a beautiful piece of woods with native Indiana timber. A peaceful walk, but does involve walking on steep terrain.
Trail conditions & character
“8 miles long but feels like a five Mike due to the elevation changes, lots of switchbacks, a good workout!”
“No amenities, but a beautiful piece of woods with native Indiana timber.”
“Parking is very limited and can accommodate 4 regular sized vehicles without blocking others in (which is why I gave 4 stars).”
“Small little loop that links to another smaller loop.”
“It seems not many come here, which is nice if you enjoy a quiet hike”
Plan your run at Fred & Dorothy Meyer Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websiteconservingindiana.org
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