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Rose Island Resort
4.6 ★★★★★ 319 Google reviews · Running trail in Charlestown, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 6 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Rose Island Resort'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.
Historic park with guided tours, hiking trails, and exhibits on land reclaimed by nature.
What runners say about Rose Island Resort
“It's a beautiful place with an interesting history.”
This is a really nice, hidden treasure of history in southern Indiana. Be warned, the sign at the top of the his is not kidding. I actually had to carry one of my dogs part of the way up the hill. It’s pretty steep. But the trail through the old park is really neat. My kids loved it and we all had a lot of fun.
A beautiful place. My first time in the park, and we made the walk to Rose Island. Not a whole lot to see, but the signs posted at areas of interest are very informative. The trail is well maintained and absolutely beautiful. The hill to/from is no joke, but it is paved. If you're in good shape, you'll break a sweat.
A hike but well worth it. The history and remnants of days past are pretty cool. Located inside Charleston State Park. Best suggestion take a guided tour.
If you're interested in local history and like nature check out the guided tour with Jeremy Beavin. He is an excellent guide full of information. If you like hiking... the park has some nice trails. Very well maintained Park
Trail conditions & character
“There is much ado about the massive hill you go down and that you will have to walk back up after sigh seeing.”
“Absolutely worth the hike back up, very peaceful, awesome views and full of historical information along the trail!”
“It has rained quite a bit earlier in the week and the 'path' was a dry(ish) creek bed that was very steep in places and filled with mud, tree roots and lots of uneven rocks.”
“I actually had to carry one of my dogs part of the way up the hill.”
“There are flat areas with benches or picnic tables for resting, and the wide asphalt “path” is much safer terrain to navigate.”
“(not marked, but you will see the entrance) Thr entrance is located to the right as you cross the bridge on the way back to the parking lot.”
“We spent a wonderful day hiking a little over 10 miles this day.”
Plan your run at Rose Island Resort
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
- Loop distance6 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitein.gov
- Phone+1 812-256-5600
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–11 pm |
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