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Kamm Island Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 374 Google reviews · Running trail in Mishawaka, Indiana · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

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

Confirmed from Kamm Island Park'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.

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Lit at nightScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADARestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

7.5-acre green space offering riverside fishing areas, walking trails & fields for picnic & events.

What runners say about Kamm Island Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (374 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“We attended the firefighters Blues Fest and it was a great time and this park is just beautiful😊 if you fish this is a lovely peaceful spot.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 5 mentions

“We attended the firefighters Blues Fest and it was a great time and this park is just beautiful😊 if you fish this is a lovely peaceful spot.”

Didn’t realize it was actual island! Also part of thr river walk, it is a nice walk but can be precarious because of goose poop. But you get to see squirrels and rabbits, and it’s nice.

★★★★☆ — Sarah , Jul 2024

Peaceful, serene, a wonderful blend of 19th century architecture now being surrounded by river overlook condos and adjoining parks. Perfect for walking, biking, fishing, or picking a nice bench to listen to the river as you catch the next chapter of your book.

★★★★☆ — Theodore , Jul 2019

I loved all the river walk scenery. Absolutely beautiful. And the squirrels are ready to be fed. Unfortunately, I didn't have any unsalted peanuts for them. If you go early, go and enjoy the farmers' market down a bit off the walkway.

★★★★★ — Lisa , Sep 2024

Great place to walk and enjoy nature. Shaded areas to keep cool and critters who enjoy receiving a free peanut or birdseed. Go a little further and you will end up at Central Park. Very nice area for special events such as festivals!

★★★★★ — Jodi , Jul 2022

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 374 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.

 🐕 Dog-friendly 9 mentions 
“Everyone very friendly, walking their dogs the river very clean!”
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 🏞️ Scenic views 7 mentions 
“We attended the firefighters Blues Fest and it was a great time and this park is just beautiful😊 if you fish this is a lovely peaceful spot.”
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 🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions 
“We attended the firefighters Blues Fest and it was a great time and this park is just beautiful😊 if you fish this is a lovely peaceful spot.”
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 💡 Lit for night running  
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 🚻 Restrooms  
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 🅿️ Trailhead parking  
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 ♿ Stroller / ADA accessible  
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Plan your run at Kamm Island Park

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.
LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
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.
Websitemishawaka.in.gov
Phone(574) 258-1664
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Hours

Monday	5 AM–10:30 PM
Tuesday	5 AM–10:30 PM
Wednesday	5 AM–10:30 PM
Thursday	5 AM–10:30 PM
Friday	5 AM–10:30 PM
Saturday	5 AM–10:30 PM
Sunday	5 AM–10:30 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 Kamm Island Park

Mishawaka, IN

LitScenicDog-friendly

Park with a playground, picnic tables, a volleyball court, and walking paths along the river.

1.2 miles away

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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.