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Indian Creek Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 182 Google reviews · Running trail in Overland Park, Kansas · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shape
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Indian Creek Trail'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.

Dog-friendlyRestroomsWaterTrailhead parkingMile markers

Family-friendly open space featuring a splash park, playground and kid-friendly hiking trails.

What runners say about Indian Creek Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (182 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“Everything is very well kept and clean.”

🏃 great for running 4 mentions

“Great place to walk, run, bike, push a stroller, watch wildlife”

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“I walked from state line (mile marker 0) to Olathe (mile marker 12).”

Long trails lots of places to stop and enjoy the river. Peacful, we love the nature and taking the electric bikes for a spin.

★★★★★ — Tracey , Jul 2021

Great place to walk, run, or ride your bike. Play areas for kids. Tennis courts. Soccer fields. Baseball diamonds. Everything is very well kept and clean.

★★★★★ — Ann , Jul 2020

I can't express how much I love these trails, I ride a lot because these trails are amazing at keeping you safe from the traffic, going under bridges instead of crossing the streets. Everyone is so happy and friendly too. The trails are kept nice and it's pretty too. You can go on for miles and miles if you choose to.

★★★★★ — Sherry , Sep 2018

One of the best running trails in the area. Plenty of foot traffic so it feels very safe a majority of the path and plenty to see along the way. Perfect for running or biking

★★★★★ — Finley , Feb 2023

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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.

🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“And the path goes around the baseball field and by the restrooms and parking.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“This trailhead / Park has a public restroom and ample parking.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 3 mentions

“Great place for dog walking and we often see deer early in the mornings.”

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📏 Mile markers 2 mentions

“I walked from state line (mile marker 0) to Olathe (mile marker 12).”

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🚰 Water fountains

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Plan your run at Indian Creek Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.

Hours

Monday 6 am–10 pm
Tuesday 6 am–10 pm
Wednesday 6 am–10 pm
Thursday 6 am–10 pm
Friday 6 am–10 pm
Saturday 6 am–10 pm
Sunday 6 am–10 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 Trail

Indian Creek Trail, Overland Park, KS 66207

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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.