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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.

PavedShadedScenicTrailhead parking

Family-friendly park with a fishing pier, baseball fields and playgrounds.

What runners say about Rieke Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (140 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 8 mentions

“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.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 4 mentions

“Ther3s beautiful trail going from auburn to waterloo.”

🌳 shaded & cool 3 mentions

“It gets quite hott in the sun but there is some shade by the pond.”

👟 good for all levels 3 mentions

“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 !!!

★★★★★ — Rob , Aug 2020

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.

★★★★★ — Stormy , Sep 2024

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.

★★★★★ — Lilly , Jun 2023

Long walking path with benches to rest on if needed. Small pond for fishing Large grassy areas Several baseball fields Pavilions Lots of parking

★★★★★ — Michael , Dec 2025

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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.

🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“Also several picnic tables outside with a cool view of the pond.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“It's a pretty good hike from parking lot to baseball fields but shuttles are available for those who need them for events”

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🛣️ Paved surface 4 mentions

“Behind the numerous well maintained Ball Diamonds is a Tree-canopied paved bike/run path that keeps one in the Cool for your workout.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 3 mentions

“It gets quite hott in the sun but there is some shade by the pond.”

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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

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 Rieke Park

1800 Indiana Ave, Auburn, IN 46706

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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.