Are dogs allowed on Clay Park River Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Clay Park River Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Clay Park River Trail?

No, Clay Park River Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Clay Park River Trail?

Clay Park River Trail is rated easy. It is 1.7 miles long with 157 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Clay Park River Trail suitable for kids?

Yes, Clay Park River Trail is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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Indiana

Clay Park River Trail

South Bend, Indiana

1.7 mi

Distance

157 ft

Elev. Gain

36m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

From the North side of Clay Park, to St Joseph River, South to Darden Rd, back to South side of Clay Park. The river trail is single file for the most part. Use mostly by locals to run and walk their dogs. A lot of people at Clay Park.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:201 ft

Max:220 ft

48 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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