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Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust

4.8 ★★★★★ 143 Google reviews · Running trail in Wabash, Indiana · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
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Shade
Not reported
Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust'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.

ScenicStroller / ADAQuiet

Secluded gorge featuring waterfalls, mature oaks, streams and hiking trails.

What runners say about Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (143 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“Well maintained trails and several great spots to photograph the falls.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“Beautiful place but was completely dry when we went in august due to low rainfall.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“Just beautiful with a peaceful, easy feeling!”

We loved this nature preserve. We enjoyed our walk along the beautiful creek.

★★★★★ — Lesa , Jul 2025

Such a lovely place! I can’t wait to come back get with my kids. The trail is awesome - lots of varying scenery, in and out of the woods, mostly shaded. One of the biggest oak trees I’ve ever seen, too! The rock-cut stream was really interesting.

★★★★★ — Rachel , Aug 2021

Great place to hike and lots of variety in a compact spot. From small waterfalls, slate creek beds, decent cliff edges, pine and a nice treehouse tree make sure to walk the outer path. We’ll take care of and not overly busy. Tranquil and peaceful during the week. Great all times of year for the variety of the seasons!

★★★★★ — Kitts , Mar 2024

One of the best ACRES properties! We went during a dry spell, which was great to be able to walk down the middle of the creek for a long way on surprisingly unslippery rock shelves.

★★★★★ — Daniel , Jul 2019

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 16 mentions

“From small waterfalls, slate creek beds, decent cliff edges, pine and a nice treehouse tree make sure to walk the outer path.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“Just beautiful with a peaceful, easy feeling!”

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Stroller / ADA accessible 2 mentions

“It is NOT wheelchair accessible fyi!”

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Plan your run at Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust

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.
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websiteacreslandtrust.org
  • Phone+1 260-637-2273
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 am–9 pm
Tuesday 6 am–9 pm
Wednesday 6 am–9 pm
Thursday 6 am–9 pm
Friday 6 am–9 pm
Saturday 6 am–9 pm
Sunday 6 am–9 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust

1866 E Baumbauer Rd, Wabash, IN 46992

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.