North Woods Nature Trail

Igleheart Park — Evansville, Indiana

Wooded nature trail in North Woods at Igleheart Park

Trail Overview

  • Quick, Easy Loop: A gentle 0.9-mile loop with a mild 98-foot elevation gain, perfect for effortless strolls, family outings, and beginner hikers.
  • Forest Oasis: Wanders through 35 acres of shaded upland woods featuring educational tree markers, quiet streams, a valley overlook, and the Alcoa Boardwalk.
  • Park Perks: Connects directly to the beautiful Toyota Butterfly Garden, a fully ADA-accessible playground, and standard park sports courts.
  • Wildlife Watching: Offers excellent opportunities for birding and trail running, with frequent sightings of deer, woodpeckers, and seasonal butterflies.
  • Easy Access: Enjoy free year-round entry with convenient parking near the tennis courts; leashed dogs are always welcome.

  • Location Igleheart Park
  • Surface Dirt, mulch, wood decking
  • Features Bridges and educational stops
  • Best for Families, children, nature walks
Note: Educational learning points are located along the trail. It is a great trail for kids.

Photo Album

North woods

Igleheart Family History - The Secluded Summer Estate

  • A Hilltop Escape: Long before modern air conditioning, the family spent their summers on this specific hilltop tract. The higher elevation caught cool breezes and was prized for offering perceived protection from malaria.
  • The Log House & Farmland: Back when First Avenue was still just a dusty gravel road, the property featured a large log house centered around a grand stone fireplace.
  • Active Homestead: The estate operated like a mini-farm, complete with livestock sheds, a greenhouse, cattle, sheep, and chickens. A full-time caretaker and gardener lived on-site year-round to manage the grounds.
  • Country Life for City Kids: The property served as a rural playground for the Igleheart grandchildren, giving them a place to experience country life away from the urban hum of the family’s downtown mills.

Location

North Woods Nature Trails, Igleheart Park, Evansville, Indiana

Trail Map and Website

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