Marion Tallgrass Trail

"This is such a hidden gem in Marion! The trail is GORGEOUS in any season, lots of benches for breaks, and tons of huge trees! That's also why it's only 4 stars. Depending on what you're riding, it can be a little rough lol.. This trail will surprise you with wonky tree roots in the asphalt every now and then and will absolutely ramp you Evel Knievel style if you aren't careful. It looks like they're still working on dissolving the roots and letting the trail settle, so hopefully it gets better! The trail goes on FOREVER through so many little towns, old growth woods, and farmland and eventually pops out at a little park with a shelter. It follows the old train tracks, so there are old bridges over water ways and a ton of places that nature is reclaiming that are absolutely stunning!"

"Nice quiet little area for a walk or room. A small playground is available for kids but not much by way of play equipment. The small lake is lovely and surely teaming with wildlife in other seasons. There is also a small airfield for model airplanes also adjacent to the lake."

"Out for a ride, Beautiful here today. Bike riders be aware, the pavement is starting to "rise" in spots from roots growing under pavement. It's slightly hard to see with the "light" conditions. Mostly between the 3 and 5 mile markers. There are a few apple trees along the trail, and that's where chances of spotting a few deer are likely. If you make it out far enough, please feel free to try your skill at building a "Rock" sculpture !"

"Was an absolute beautiful and peaceful walk. My Baxter loved all the new sights and smells here. We only spent about an hour on the trails due to the heat but definitely excited to explore more in the future."

"Flat paved spacious trail - pretty sure a biker would love this spot. A lot of birds but they mainly hide in trees. I saw deer in one of the farm grassy areas.. one playground area too."