Fort Wayne Adventure Quiz

You're a Riverfront Explorer!

With the sun at your back and a breeze on your skin, nothing beats getting out on the water to explore! You’re a go-with-the-flow type of person who can easily catch the first rays of sunlight on a hike or catch the magic of tranquil water views with a canal boat tour. Just as long as you’re soaking up all that nature has to offer.

In a city built on three rivers, Fort Wayne’s outdoor adventures abound with trails to trek, rivers to traverse, and beautiful parks and preserves to explore.

Man kayaking solo on St. Marys River in Fort Wayne, Indiana in front of Promenade Park

Your Riverfront Explorer Itinerary:

Set the tone with a peaceful early evening hike through Lindenwood Nature Preserve. Walk the one-mile loop on the Trail of Reflection, featuring a wide reflection pond nestled by thick trees and seasonal foliage.
Or register for a guided hike at LC Nature Park to celebrate the beauty of Indiana's native landscape.
The following morning, stop by Kanela Blended Drinks, Coffee, and Bites for a breakfast smoothie and protein-loaded bagel to fuel your day’s adventure.
One block north, you’ll find Promenade Park and Fort Wayne Outfitters. Rent a kayak, paddleboard, canoe, or bike to head down the rivers or up a winding trail. Promenade Park features reinforced grass, wide walking paths, tactile pavers, a wheelchair-accessible boat launch, and adult-sized changing tables.
Insider Tip: If you liked exploring Fort Wayne’s downtown riverfront, be sure to also check out Fort Wayne Outfitter’s second location - Steady Eddy’s Station - for casual dining and kayaking on the Cedarville Reservoir.
By land or water, guests are welcome to paddle or pedal right up to The Deck at Hall’s Gas House.
Enjoy a rest from the day’s activities as you float down the St. Marys River on a Sweet Breeze canal boat tour and learn about Fort Wayne’s unique history along the riverfront.
The following day, drive to Eagle Marsh, located just 15 minutes from downtown Fort Wayne. Find marked trails covering a kaleidoscope of scenery, and diverse ecosystems including a marsh, sedge meadow, prairie, and forested wetlands.
Insider Tip: If Fox Island is open, explore the nearby park featuring additional trails and interactive nature sites.
Plus, extend the fun with Fort Wayne’s more than 120 miles of connected trails throughout Fort Wayne.