A week-long festival, TrailMixer, will kick off Saturday, April 25, continuing through May 3 to mark the launch of Greater Indy Trailways, a first-of-its-kind regional trail network and digital experience connecting more than 800 miles of trails across Central Indiana.
TrailMixer will feature more than 50 events and activations across the trail network. From group rides and wellness activities to pop-up experiences and local business engagement, TrailMixer invites residents and visitors to experience The Trailways firsthand.
More information is available at TheTrailways.com and by following @The_Trailways on Instagram and Facebook.
Unlike traditional trail resources that focus on individual routes, The Trailways is designed around the user experience. The online platform features curated itineraries and an interactive map highlighting more than 300 points of interest, including local restaurants, public art, parks, cultural landmarks, and essential amenities like parking and restrooms.
The Greater Indy Trailways program was unveiled at Thursday’s Indy’s Lunch for Parks presented by AES Indiana, hosted by The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis, bringing together civic, community, and outdoor leaders to mark a major milestone in the region’s outdoor infrastructure and connectivity.
Launching in conjunction with National Celebrate Trails Day (Saturday, April 25), The Trailways unite one of the nation’s most expansive urban trail systems into a single, user-friendly resource – making it easier for cyclists, walkers and runners to navigate from Point A to Point B, both online and on the ground.
Spanning nine counties – Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Madison, Marion, Morgan and Shelby – the system connects communities through a cohesive network that enhances accessibility, encourages active lifestyles, and showcases the region’s unique blend of urban energy and natural beauty.
“The launch of The Trailways is a major milestone for Central Indiana and a testament to the power of regional collaboration,” said Jennifer Bartenbach, CEO of Central Indiana Community Foundation. “TrailMixer is designed to be a front door to this network, inviting residents and visitors alike to discover, connect and experience our communities in a new way. We’re excited to see people step onto the trails and explore everything they have to offer.”
The network includes three distinct trail types to guide users:
- Premier Trails: Major multi-use corridors offering long-distance, high-amenity experiences
- Connector Trails: Routes linking communities and expanding access across the system
- Access Paths: Shorter connections to parks, neighborhoods, and nearby destinations
The Trailways is the result of a multi-year, collaborative planning effort led by Visit Indy, with support from the Central Indiana Community Foundation and partnerships with local governments, park systems, and destination organizations across the region.
