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Ivan Gatlin Nature Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Running trail in Schererville, Indiana · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Ivan Gatlin Nature Preserve'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.
What runners say about Ivan Gatlin Nature Preserve
“Beautiful spot to watch colorful sunsets, appreciate nature, see animals, and be at peace.”
A nature preserve that is cared for! It surrounds a wetland lake. Wildlife seem to enjoy this sanctuary preserved between farmland, suburban houses, Turkey Creek and the Erie Lackawanna trail.
Fantastic area to ride your bike. Relatively secluded paved path with a small pond and large open fields.
This is a beautiful preserve! Paved path, lovely lake and full of prairie plants and wildlife, as well as ducks, geese, cranes, etc on the lake! A wonderful place to reunite with nature.
A tranquil hidden lake with birds, butterflies, native plants galore. The biking trails are awesome
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful spot to watch colorful sunsets, appreciate nature, see animals, and be at peace.”
“Paved path, lovely lake and full of prairie plants and wildlife, as well as ducks, geese, cranes, etc on the lake!”
Plan your run at Ivan Gatlin Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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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