Are dogs allowed on McVey Memorial Forest?

Yes, dogs are allowed on McVey Memorial Forest but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike McVey Memorial Forest?

No, McVey Memorial Forest 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 McVey Memorial Forest?

McVey Memorial Forest is rated easy. It is 1.1 miles long with 108 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 McVey Memorial Forest suitable for kids?

Yes, McVey Memorial Forest 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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EasyLoop

Indiana

McVey Memorial Forest

Ridgeville, Indiana

1.1 mi

Distance

108 ft

Elev. Gain

23m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

McVey Memorial Forest is located near State Route 9999 in Randolph County, Indiana. Located within the forest is Cherry Grove Cemetery which contains many historical grave sites from a local 19th century settlement known as Steubenville. With the exception of posted signs and Cherry Grove Cemetery, no other evidence of Stuebenville's existence is apparent, making it a ghost town. The site also contains a memorial for three fallen soldiers from the War of 1812.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

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:299 ft

Max:308 ft

33 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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Legacy import — verify before navigating

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.