TRAILS
View of reservoir from CofferDam Trail
Trails, Trails Everywhere
Welcome to the trails of Eagle Creek Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the United States! Explore over 3,900 acres of forests, meadows, and ponds, and enjoy more than 1,400 acres of reservoir that serve as a fantastic resource for both wildlife and recreation
The park has trails on both the East side and West Side > With nearly 30 miles of marked trails for you to enjoy, you’ll always have something new to explore!
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SUPPORT THE TRAILS
Whether you love the Red Trail, West Side Hiking Trail, or ADA paths, Eagle Creek Park’s Trail Crew is responsible for maintaining them.
Donations to the Trail Fund are used exclusively for trail maintenance and can only be invested in the trails at Eagle Creek Park.
The Eagle Creek Park Foundation oversees and ensures all funds are dedicated solely to trail upkeep or expansion.
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Plan your adventure
TRAIL SAFETY
NO MOTOR VEHICLES
No motor vehicles of any kind are allowed on the running and hiking trails. This includes cars, trucks, SUV’s, motorcycles, ATV’s, or any other form of transportation that uses a motor.
NO bicycles, etc.
The hiking and running trails are for hiking and running. No bicycles, scooters, skateboards or other modes of wheeled transportation are allowed on the trails. There are specific bike paths for bicycles.
IF YOU GET LOST . . .
Use one of the handy trail maps below to plan your visit in advance. Feel free to print it out and keep it with you, as paper never runs out of batteries. If you are lost, contact Ranger Assistance at 317-327-3811.
ADA ACCESSIBILITY
The West Side Trail project includes two ADA-accessible trails,
pedestrian bridges and scenic overlooks (see below).
Find your trail
East Side Trails
The East Side of Eagle Creek Park contains the majority of the park trails, amenities, and both nature centers. The East Side can be thought of as the “main park”
West Side Trails
The West Side Trail Complex was completed in 2024. The park’s West Side contains the Eagle Creek Golf Course, Eagle’s Crest Nature Preserve, and Starling Nature Preserve. Though less traveled, the West Side offers two ADA trails, a 5-mile through stunning canopy.
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Your donation helps support Eagle Creek Park Foundation’s mission to Promote, Protect, Preserve and Enhance Eagle Creek Park!
Top Hikes East Side
Check out which trails All Trails users like most on the East Side of Eagle Creek Park.
Waterfowl Sanctuary (Cofferdam) Loop
2.4 mi (easy)
Red Trail Loop
6.75 mi (moderate)
Top Hikes West Side
Check out which trails All Trails users like most on the West Side of Eagle Creek Park.
Scott Starling Nature Sanctuary
ADA accessible 0.6 mi (easy)
Scott Starling via Eagle’s Crest Loop
1.9 mi (easy)
DOWNLOAD TRAIL MAPS
PARK TRAIL MAP
RUNNING COURSE MAP
WEST SIDE HIKING TRAILS
ORNITHOLOGY CENTER TREE MAP
EARTH DISCOVERY CENTER TRAILS
FISHING MAP
STATE NATURE PRESERVES
GREENWAYS MAP
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Your donation helps support Eagle Creek Park Foundation's mission to Promote, Protect, Preserve and Enhance Eagle Creek Park!