Griffy Lake Nature Preserve
3700 N Headley Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
1,200 acres · 7 miles of trails
Around Griffy Lake in Bloomington, Indiana, this 1,200-acre nature preserve invites leashed dogs on 7 miles of trails. Shade under canopies, water access, and parking enhance hikes. Restrooms and trash cans keep the paths clean.
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- Park
- Griffy Lake Nature Preserve
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Bloomington, Indiana
- Coordinates
- 39.2033, -86.5072
- Size
- 1,200 acres
- Trail miles
- 7
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,200 acres of room
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Dog policy
1,200-acre Bloomington preserve around Griffy Lake. Leashed dogs welcome on 7 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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