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Hathaway Nature Preserve Loop trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Running trail in Wabash, Indiana · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Hathaway Nature Preserve Loop trailhead'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.
Preserve featuring hiking trails, plus scenic waterfalls, cliffs, and a stream.
What runners say about Hathaway Nature Preserve Loop trailhead
“Beautiful preserve with a gorgeous waterfall an easy hike from the parking lot.”
“You can’t hear any cars except maybe a tractor working in the nearby fields but other than that this place is very peaceful.”
“Beautiful preserve with a gorgeous waterfall an easy hike from the parking lot.”
Trail is a little narrow in a few spots, and a little muddy in others but overall a very nice trail. At the far north along the river there is a trail that goes past a concrete post, beyond is private property!
Beautiful preserve with a gorgeous waterfall an easy hike from the parking lot. The stream cutting thru offers a beautiful place to just listen and observe nature.
Great place for an easy hike. Several nice waterfalls ranging in height from a few inches to about 20'+. There are some side trails for those looking for a bit more adventure. All on all, this is beautiful place!!
Nice easy walk to the falls. You are up on a bluff above the falls. There is a falling hazard. Children will need to be monitored closely.
Trail conditions & character
“Starts off beside a creek with a couple 20 ft cliffs with some small waterfalls.”
“You can’t hear any cars except maybe a tractor working in the nearby fields but other than that this place is very peaceful.”
“Trail is a little narrow in a few spots, and a little muddy in others but overall a very nice trail.”
Plan your run at Hathaway Nature Preserve Loop trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
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