Every Trail Project- Inniswood Metro Gardens

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 I got a few days behind, but don't worry, I've still been running!

On Monday I needed to have an active recovery day and it was beautiful outside which made it the perfect day to head over to Inniswood Metro Gardens! 

The first thing that should be noted is that there is only one trail at Inniswood where running (or any other active sport) is permitted. That is the 0.6 mile Chipmunk Chatter Trail. My family headed towards the Sister's Garden and I set off in the other direction to run the out and back Chipmunk Chatter Trail. 

I recorded the rest of the trails at Inniswood as a hike on my Garmin and took a nice stroll through the other 5 named trails within the park - Boardwalk, Brookwood, Frog Talk Walk, Sister's Garden Loop and Spring Run. Besides the beautiful flowers and gardens at Inniswood, there are some great forest trails too, especially Boardwalk and Spring Run. 

Boardwalk Trail

I eventually met up with my family on the Sister's Garden Loop. It's a cool interactive area and one of my daughter's favorites. 


If you are looking for a place to slow down and take in some beautiful surroundings, you should definitely check out Inniswood Metro Gardens! 

As always, I hope you will consider donating to Friends of Metro Parks by visiting this donation page and selecting "Every Trail Project" in the donation details section. Thank you for following along! Get outside, stay healthy and find joy!

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