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Metea County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 442 Google reviews · Running trail in Fort Wayne, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Metea County 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.
Cedar Creek, a state designated scenic river, divides the north & south parts of this large park.
What runners say about Metea County Park
“The trails are beautiful, well maintained, and surrounded by woods, wetlands, and wildlife that make it feel like you’re miles away from the city.”
“The trails are beautiful, well maintained, and surrounded by woods, wetlands, and wildlife that make it feel like you’re miles away from the city.”
“There is easy to understand maps that you can pick up at the nature center and the trails are very clearly marked.”
“If you’re looking for a peaceful place to unwind around Fort Wayne, I’d definitely recommend checking out Metea County Park.”
I love taking my dog to the park in the mornings. It's so peaceful and quiet, and still beautiful, even though the leaves have been turning for awhile. I took a LOT of photos. Thought I'd share them. We walked all the way around the perimeter!
This park has so much to offer. Family friends gatherings in the shed, lake and water is so refreshing to swim, hike/ trails are so natural, canoeing is allowed. This is very good place. Entry fee is $2 per person or $7 for car. Park close at 9pm
This is a true hidden gem! Such beautiful scenery! Cedar Creek runs right through here, which makes it even more beautiful! You can't beat the price of $2 to get in. You can purchase a annual pass as well. They offer all sorts of activities and I have found some events on Facebook!
This place is beautiful! The cost to enter is $2 per person. Has a few trails that are great for hiking. There is easy to understand maps that you can pick up at the nature center and the trails are very clearly marked. In the warmer months there's even a little lake/pond that's open for swimming.
Trail conditions & character
“The trails are beautiful, well maintained, and surrounded by woods, wetlands, and wildlife that make it feel like you’re miles away from the city.”
“If you’re looking for a peaceful place to unwind around Fort Wayne, I’d definitely recommend checking out Metea County Park.”
“I love taking my dog to the park in the mornings.”
Plan your run at Metea County Park
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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteallencountyparks.org
- Phone(260) 449-3777
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–9 PM |
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