Previously I described some shops, landmarks, and buildings of Winona Lake. Today I walked the new sections of paved trails, starting near the Beta dormitory of Grace College, crossing Pierceton Road, then instead of going left toward the older Heritage Trail, I turned right at the bridge and walked to Winona Lake Park. Parking at the Grace athletic complex, one could make a short walk to campus or a slightly longer walk to the park and village which is most likely what I will do the next time. Today’s walk was a little long for me so I did not continue to the village.
Lots of shady woods to walk through. Quite a few walkers, joggers, cyclists, people pushing baby strollers and walking dogs on a Wednesday morning. It is a gorgeous day to be outside.
Past the Grace College athletic complex there is a button to activate flashing yellow lights to alert drivers there are pedestrians/bikers ready to cross Pierceton Road.
The new section of trail has a bridge to cross Cherry Creek.
At the end of the bridge, you have to decide left or right. Left goes to the Heritage Trail which dead ends at Roy Street. Right goes to Chestnut Street; at that intersection, continuing straight leads right into Winona Lake Park.
The new splash pad operates between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. We were too early to activate it.
There is a playground, basketball court, tennis courts, and senior/community center. I did not walk over to them.
About 1/4 mile from the park is the village and the ice cream shop. Sadly, Master Works music program has moved to Ohio. No more summer concerts from them to attend.
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