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Indian Creek Greenway

4.7 ★★★★★ 603 Google reviews · Running trail in Madison, Alabama · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Indian Creek Greenway'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.

MixedLoopScenicDog-friendlyTrailhead parkingQuiet

Long, narrow stretch of woods running along Indian Creek & featuring a walking trail.

What runners say about Indian Creek Greenway

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (603 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“Indian Creek Greenway is a beautiful and peaceful place to enjoy the outdoors.”

🏃 great for running 2 mentions

“Great Park, Excellent walking/running trail, good for Biking as well.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 8 mentions

“It was a very popular place today, so if you are needing a quiet stroll this might not be your best bet.”

This is a great place for a nice walk or run. There are a few park benches to sit and relax, and some spots to set up a hammock by the stream. The whole stretch is roughly 5 miles both ways, all paved so its a good walk even after a rainy day, also perfect to throw around some frisbees!

★★★★★ — Dan , May 2023

Great place for a walk or bike ride. There is a dog park near the park that is nice. Greenway is easily accessible for people w special needs. Easy parking and transitions to the walking path. There are a few paths to the creek along the greenway and some are deep enough that kids swims and play in the water.

★★★★☆ — Randy , Jul 2021

It's a green beautiful nature preserve which is about 6 miles long. Nice place for lots of activities such as walking, running or cycling. There is a creek along the path. You will see varieties of long trees and wild animals there.

★★★★★ — Ridita , Oct 2021

Had a fun time walking alongside the Indian Creek. Pretty and very interesting trees in the creekside

★★★★★ — Laura , Nov 2020

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 603 reviews →

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 6 mentions

“Indian Creek Greenway is a beautiful and peaceful place to enjoy the outdoors.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 6 mentions

“We visit for the nearby dog park, but our puppy's love to splash in the water once they've finished running with friends.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“It was a very popular place today, so if you are needing a quiet stroll this might not be your best bet.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“The whole stretch is roughly 5 miles both ways, all paved so its a good walk even after a rainy day, also perfect to throw around some frisbees!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

“Easy parking and transitions to the walking path.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack

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🪵 Boardwalk

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🔁 Loop trail

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Plan your run at Indian Creek Greenway

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to 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
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitemadisonal.gov
  • Phone(256) 564-8026
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–8 PM
Thursday 6 AM–8 PM
Friday 6 AM–8 PM
Saturday 6 AM–8 PM
Sunday 6 AM–8 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 Indian Creek Greenway

134 Farrow Rd, Madison, AL 35758

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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.