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Beyer Farm Trail promotes the educational, recreational, and health benefits of trails. It begins at the county hospital's campus and runs to Pike Lake Park, taking visitors along a boardwalk through a 60-acre urban wetland. This wetland supports a variety of flora and fauna, and the interpretive trail signs help trail users understand the significance of the habitat during their walk or bike ride. As part of the larger Lake City Greenway project, the trail will serve as a key community connector to the City of Warsaw and the Town of Winona Lake (designated 2004).

	Pleasant Run Trail in the Indianapolis area

Cardinal Greenway is a 30-mile rail-trail that spans 5 counties and 3 major cities. It is the state's longest linear park and serves all of East-Central Indiana. The multi-use greenway is part of a 60-mile project that provides a key community connection to area schools, parks, and local cultural and historic resources. Trail users enjoy a number of activities including jogging, biking and wildlife viewing. This greenway is a fine example of what is possible through volunteers and a successful partnership (designated 2003).

The Cattail Trail is a four-mile urban trail and greenway (currently under construction) provides West Lafayette residents with a connection to the Northwest Greenway Trail, Celery Bog Nature Area, and Purdue University's Pickett Park. In addition to its natural features, the trail allows for recreational opportunities including biking, skiing, and skateboarding (designated 2003).

Central Canal Towpath Trail — This 5-mile trail follows a historic canal towpath dating back to 1836. It represents one of the few historic functioning canals and was designated as an American Water Landmark in 1971. In addition to its historical significance, the trail serves as a link to the Monon Rail-Trail and White River Trail and provides recreational opportunities including biking and cross-country skiing (designated 2002).

Delphi Historic Trails — Running more than 7 miles throughout the city, this multi-use trail system provides a unique setting for hiking, biking, and canoeing. Trails have been integrated into this historic community using canal towpaths, stream corridors, and abandoned railroads. The trails also include a section of the Wabash Heritage Trail, which is envisioned to follow along the Wabash River and span 19 counties. This trail system is a fine example of what is possible through volunteers and a diverse partnership (designated 2004).

Pigeon Creek Greenway Passage — Located in Vanderburgh County, this 3-mile trail and greenway is part of a planned 42-mile greenway trail system that will encircle the county and serve the entire city of Evansville. Bicyclists, hikers, and kayakers are just some of the groups who enjoy what this trail has to offer in an urban setting. The project has inspired thoughts of a multi-county regional trail plan in the future (designated 2004).

Pleasant Run Trail — This almost 7-mile trail connects Southeast Indianapolis neighborhoods to a variety of parks and recreational facilities. The trail runs along a creek and is a significant part of the Indianapolis greenways system. In addition to its natural resources, the trail also provides recreation for people who enjoy activities like fishing and biking (designated 2002).

The Monon Greenway is a five-mile rail-trail and greenway that links Carmel's suburban neighborhoods with area businesses, the civic square and a planned Central Park. The greenway is a key part of a regional trail system and connects with the Monon Rail-Trail in Indianapolis. The trail has brought with it a sense of community and provides a peaceful setting in which residents can explore their surroundings while enjoying a walk or bike ride (designated 2003).

Monon Rail-Trail — This almost 8-mile rail-trail, one of the State's first rail-trails, connects the Indianapolis community by providing a link between area neighborhoods and popular downtown attractions including the Indianapolis Art Center and Indiana State Fair Grounds. The trail also provides recreation for people who enjoy activities like inline skating and wildlife observation. In 2000, the trail was named one of the ten best examples of landscape architecture in Indiana by the American Society of Landscape Architects (designated 2002).

The Northwest Greenway is a five-mile trail (currently under construction) that connects with a local trail system and on-road bicycle lanes, providing West Lafayette residents with a variety of recreational opportunities as well as a means of alternative transportation to locations throughout the city, including Purdue University. In addition to its natural features, the trail provides recreational opportunities including biking, skiing, and wildlife observation.

White River "Wapahani" Trail — The almost 5-mile trail is part of a more than 20-mile greenway that will stretch throughout the entire Indianapolis metropolitan area. It plays a vital role in connecting area neighborhoods with colleges, regional parks, and downtown locations. In addition to its connectivity, the trail also provides scenic views and recreation for people who enjoy activities like canoeing and rollerblading (designated 2002).

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