(Greensburg, IN) – Greensburg city leaders, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and community stakeholders gathered Thursday to break ground on the expansion of the city’s trail network.
The expansion will extend the existing Rebekah Park Trail 0.25 miles west and south, connect to the existing Greensburg Community Schools Trail and link Pirate Park, the Greensburg/Decatur County Public Library, and the planned Main Street Trail leading to downtown Greensburg.
The project, made possible in part by a $417,818 grant from Next Level Trails, represents a total investment of $596,918 into Greensburg’s growing trail system.
“We strongly believe in the importance of investing in our communities, and this project is a testament to that commitment,” said Greensburg Mayor Joshua Marsh. “Trails create opportunities to connect residents and visitors to natural spaces, local amenities, and economic growth. Expanding our trail system now lays the groundwork for seamlessly integrating with the upcoming Main Street pedestrian infrastructure, supported by the Indiana Department of Transportation during the Main Street reconstruction. This investment not only enhances accessibility but also improves the overall quality of life in Greensburg.”
The new trail will be multi-use, 12 feet wide, and ADA-accessible to ensure safe and convenient passage for walkers, runners, and cyclists.
Officials say the expansion will improve connectivity between residential neighborhoods, schools, athletic fields, public library, and Rebekah Park’s amenities such as the Inclusion Park, Splash Pad, pickleball courts, amphitheater, and bark park.
“Trails are an important link connecting us to the outdoors and to our communities,” said Dale Brier, Indiana State Parks Deputy Director of Community Grants and Trails. “Indiana leads the Midwest in the economic impact driven by outdoor recreation, and we’re excited to see the impact of this trail extension in Greensburg.”
“This expansion is a crucial step toward building a city-wide trail network that safely connects our community,” said Tami Wenning, Decatur County Community Foundation Executive Director. “With the support of the Next Level Trails program, we are making our vision of a comprehensive trail system a reality.”
A description of the project and map can be found by clicking here.
