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We are home to Creekside Trails

Bike, run & explore Creekside Trails.

Creekside Trails, operated by Valpo Parks, is a multi-use trail system with 14 miles of trails for mountain biking, hiking and walking leashed dogs.

The vision of Creekside Trails is to create a safe and enjoyable recreational riding and hiking area for Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland.

The trails are open year-round, with the trailhead located next to Trailyard Outpost.

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Park Hours & Rules

Creekside Trails are free and open dawn to dusk seven days a week, weather permitting. Night riding is not authorized.

General Guidelines

  • Non-motorized, activity-specific bicycles are permitted

  • Pedestrians permitted on designated multi-use trails and spectating areas

  • Children under the age of eighteen must always be supervised by a parent or other responsible caretaker age eighteen or over, except with special permission

  • Dogs must be leashed at all times

  • Horses, motorized bikes and other motorized vehicles are not allowed

  • Riders are responsible for wearing a helmet with chin strap buckled

  • Recommended safety equipment: Gloves, knee/shin pads, arm/elbow pads, full face helmet, etc.

Explore Together

Creekside Trails are perfect for taking a leisurely stroll through nature with a group of friends. Grab a cup of coffee from Trailyard Coffee Shop or a sealed beverage from our bar, and enjoy the trails at your own pace.

Support the Trails

Want to help support the maintenance and creation of trails and parks in Valparaiso? Consider donating to support local parks and trails!