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Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab
4.2 ★★★★☆ 35 Google reviews · Running trail in Columbus, Indiana · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- 1 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab'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.
What runners say about Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab
“This is a small area but very beautiful, as nature is.”
Nice little 1 mile hike. If you're looking to be immersed in nature this is NOT the hike for you as you are right by state road 46
Nice little hike. Lots of up and down single track right along the highway behind the fire station.
Beautiful well kept trails. Well marked but narrow. Highly recommend. I was the only one there.
This is a small area but very beautiful, as nature is. It is right off state rd 46 so you will still hear the cars passing by and can see the road at different parts during the 1 mile loop. So don't expect to be completely immersed in nature on this trail, even so it is still worth the visit.
Trail conditions & character
“This is a small area but very beautiful, as nature is.”
“It is right off state rd 46 so you will still hear the cars passing by and can see the road at different parts during the 1 mile loop.”
“Lots of up and down single track right along the highway behind the fire station.”
Plan your run at Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Loop distance1 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitesycamorelandtrust.org
- Phone+1 812-336-5382
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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