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Rieke Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · Running trail in Auburn, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Rieke 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.
Family-friendly park with a fishing pier, baseball fields and playgrounds.
What runners say about Rieke Park
“I only caught small bluegills off of it but there are nice fish in there if you know how to catch them😄😄 The park as a whole is very nice and well kept.”
“Ther3s beautiful trail going from auburn to waterloo.”
“It gets quite hott in the sun but there is some shade by the pond.”
“Rieke Park in Auburn, Indiana is an incredible destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.”
A update on the . Park has had a major update new fishing pier,paved walk way , wild flowers added bird feeders, and a few benches and picnic tables. Very friendly place to go and get out of the house!!!! Also a lodge to rent for private parties. Also Free WI-FI !!!
VERY bike friendly - they have a repair station for your bike with everything you could need! So cool! Ther3s beautiful trail going from auburn to waterloo. Only got to finish half of it but will be making this a regular walking spot.
Rieke Park in Auburn, Indiana is an incredible destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. The park boasts a variety of amenities including playgrounds, picnic areas and walking trails.
Long walking path with benches to rest on if needed. Small pond for fishing Large grassy areas Several baseball fields Pavilions Lots of parking
Trail conditions & character
“Also several picnic tables outside with a cool view of the pond.”
“It's a pretty good hike from parking lot to baseball fields but shuttles are available for those who need them for events”
“Behind the numerous well maintained Ball Diamonds is a Tree-canopied paved bike/run path that keeps one in the Cool for your workout.”
“It gets quite hott in the sun but there is some shade by the pond.”
Plan your run at Rieke Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
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