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Killbuck Wetlands
4.4 ★★★★☆ 170 Google reviews · Running trail in Anderson, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Killbuck Wetlands' 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.
Fishing and walking are among the activities available at this dog-friendly park.
What runners say about Killbuck Wetlands
“The unusual dam was sort of spooky/beautiful, especially at night.”
“In recent years, they have turned it into a peaceful wetlands with some walking paths.”
My wife and I walk the trail every day because it's close to our home. The place, which is very beautiful , is also well maintained. You can even stop and take a rest watching the ducks at the lake or enjoy a refreshment at the small coffee shop located by the lake, or play tennis at the nice tennis court.
I remember this area from when I was a kid. The unusual dam was sort of spooky/beautiful, especially at night. In recent years, they have turned it into a peaceful wetlands with some walking paths. I did some watercolours paintings of this area. I was always intrigued by the dam.
Good place to walk, hike, fish, and just have fun. Fishing can be kind of spotty with live bait, but throw a black or black/yellow rooster tail on a light open face rig, and you're good to go! Nice sized small mouths, rock bass, and black crappie!
Great place to take a walk with the family, pet friendly and the path is paved. Lots of scenery to look at along the way as well.
Trail conditions & character
“This area just needs regular maintenance and attention however it is relaxing view of urban nature.”
“Great place to take a walk with the family, pet friendly and the path is paved.”
“In recent years, they have turned it into a peaceful wetlands with some walking paths.”
“Great place to take a walk with the family, pet friendly and the path is paved.”
Plan your run at Killbuck Wetlands
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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecityofanderson.com
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–10:30 pm |
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