Your Guide to Cycling in Hendricks County Indiana
Cycling is a fantastic way to get out of the house, enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise, spend time with family and friends and get from one place to another without burning gasoline.
Bicyclists abound in Hendricks County, Indiana, so here is your guide to cycling in our little slice of central Indiana.
Ride The B&O Trail
We have two main rail trails in Hendricks County: the B&O Trail and the Vandalia Trail. The B&O Trail runs about 8.5 miles through Brownsburg in Hendricks County, from Raceway Road northwest to County Road 250 East.
Not only does this flat paved trail provide a scenic cycling experience, especially when it crosses White Lick Creek by way of a beautiful bridge, it also connects to other trails in Brownsburg.
Ride The Vandalia Trail
There are two separate paved sections of the Vandalia Trail in Hendricks County. The western section operated by Hendricks County Parks & Recreation spans 4.1 miles to the Hendricks-Putnam county line, with trailheads in Amo and Coatesville providing modern restrooms, bicycle repair stations and water fountains.
The eastern section of the Vandalia Trail is operated by Plainfield Parks & Recreation and runs through the Town of Plainfield to the Hendricks-Marion County border. This section of the trail connects with a multitude of other parks and trails throughout Plainfield's impressive system.
Ride Across Hendricks County
Hendricks County Parks & Recreation provides waterproof maps of different bicycle routes throughout the county for free. You can pick them up in the main office, located immediately north of the entrance to W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
For even more information about parks and trails in Hendricks County, including other cycling options, the Parks Foundation of Hendricks County maintains a great interactive map.
Shop Bluegrass Bicycle Company
Need a new bicycle or some parts or advice while you're in Hendricks County?
In Brownsburg, the Bluegrass Bicycle Company offers bicycles and accessories for sale by appointment only, plus they host bicycle rides with the shop owners.
Shop Gear Up Cyclery
In Plainfield, Gear Up Cyclery provides a wide array of bicycles, apparel, accessories, components, repairs and advice.
Their shop is located in downtown Plainfield, and they're open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays through Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.
