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Lindenwood Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 473 Google reviews · Running trail in Fort Wayne, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lindenwood 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.
110 acres with a pond offers 4 hiking trails, picnicking, an open-air pavilion & wildlife-watching.
What runners say about Lindenwood Nature Preserve
“The trails are well maintained with the wooden ramp , some part can be muddy .”
“Beautiful gem of nature trails just hidden right near downtown Ft.”
“While dogs and fishing aren't allowed, it's a peaceful area to take your mind off things and enjoy the sounds of birds chirping without traveling away from the city.”
“A peace nature preserve and easy walk around the pond.”
Nice nature preserve just a short drive west of downtown Ft Wayne. There are several different trails to take. Some are short and some are longer. There is adequate amount of parking. There was a porta potty set up for use if needed. I liked the wingspan painting, that was interesting.
Very pretty and fun to walk through, there's a lot to see. There's a few picnic tables to take a break and eat at which was nice. There was lots of mosquitoes tho so definitely bring bug spray.
Beautiful park with well maintained trails. Many trails to choose from. Highly recommend 💚💯💯
Such a peaceful place to go for a short walk! Mix of longer and shorter trails with a nice little pond in the middle. Got to enjoy a beautifully foggy sunrise while sitting on the dock benches. Feels like a mini escape since it’s kind of secluded from the main road, which is perfect for a little getaway from the world!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful gem of nature trails just hidden right near downtown Ft.”
“While dogs and fishing aren't allowed, it's a peaceful area to take your mind off things and enjoy the sounds of birds chirping without traveling away from the city.”
“There are a couple picnic tables on the outskirts of the parking lot and just inside the start of the trails.”
“The trails are mostly in the shade and the preserve is pretty heavily wooded.”
“Good amount of parking w/bathrooms nearby, and an information center where you can pick up pamphlets.”
“Definitely muddy(it just rained for 2 days,we should've waited for it to dry up a bit,still fun) We will be back a few more times this summer.”
“Maps and markers make it easy to tell where you are, as well as length of the trail.”
Plan your run at Lindenwood Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitefortwayneparks.org
- Phone+1 260-427-6740
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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