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IDNP Miller Woods
4.8 ★★★★★ 99 Google reviews · Running trail in Gary, Indiana · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 1.6 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from IDNP Miller Woods' 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 tract of beach dunes and woods, plus trails for hiking.
What runners say about IDNP Miller Woods
“Beautiful area with small dunes all around making it a great place to take photos or just be one with nature.”
“It’s so peaceful and absolutely gorgeous.”
Wow great hike to the beach and back! Beautiful old oak savannas and small lagoons, and one really large lagoon - who knew! Then … the beach! Fantastic all year round. We then stopped at 18th St Brewery for a perfect finish to an excellent day hiking
The Douglas Center will be opening today and can't wait. Great place to hike and get your kids outside enjoying nature.
I absolutely love this place. It’s so peaceful and absolutely gorgeous. It has a 1.6 mile path that leads straight to the beach and it definitely gets your heart pumping with all the hills going up and down. Super good workout!
An outstanding trail in the Indiana Dunes National Park. It includes an oak savannah, lagoons, mirram grass and spectacular views of Lake Michigan as a reward at the end of the trail. There is extensive plant diversity and bird watching. Facilities are available. Parking is free. Educational programs are available.
Trail conditions & character
“It includes an oak savannah, lagoons, mirram grass and spectacular views of Lake Michigan as a reward at the end of the trail.”
“6 mile path that leads straight to the beach and it definitely gets your heart pumping with all the hills going up and down.”
“Park at the Paul Douglas Center, for more parking, though there is a small lot directly at the Woods on Lake Street, Miller Ind.”
“There is a wonderful trail loop where people with disabilities can enjoy shady views of wetlands under massive and beautiful oak trees.”
“It’s wheelchair accessible in the back so you can take your loved one onto the bridge over the pond.”
Plan your run at IDNP Miller Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance1.6 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitenps.gov
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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