The Cardinal Greenway in Marion,In. is one block from my home and a quick 20 minutes from my workplace.What a gem we have right here in Grant County.It is a shame that some people still destroy fence rails and spray paint on the walkway.I hope someday they will realize like I did what a treasure we have right in our own backyard.
It's a great place to walk or ride a bicycle in a setting that gets you away from the noise and hubub of everyday life. It's also an excellent way to make use of an abandoned railroad line. As a bonus, visit the Greenway office in the newly restored Wysor Street railroad depot. It has lots of historic photos, a model railroad layout, and the obligatory gift shop.
August presents a rich variety of people, scenery, wildlife, and flowers on and along the 20-mile trail. From casual mid-life cyclists enjoying the relaxing atmosphere and pleasant countryside,whole families cycling together, strong and athletic young women on roller blades, and then the racers who fly by at low altitudes on their ...