New NWI trail maps available again

HAMMOND — This long-awaited sequel is expected to be more popular than the original. On Thursday, transportation officials released the 2012 version of the Northwest Indiana Regional Greenways and Blueways Map. It’s a colorful network of 11 regional hiking and biking trails across the region. In addition, this version contains water trails suitable for paddling. “It’s exciting, it’s what we need ...

Indiana County Parks

Indiana County's park system began modestly in the 1960s with a plan for three small parks. Today, Indiana County Parks & Trails manages 2,500 acres of land at 14 locations. The sites include parks, trails, historic sites, covered bridges, and conservation and natural areas.

Book focuses on county's parks and trails

It's likely no one knows more about Indiana County's parks and trails than Ed Patterson.

Bike trail push for Eagle Creek stirs controversy

Mountain bikers have salivated for years about building trails in the rolling hills of Eagle Creek Park, the city’s largest municipal park. But environmentalists worry the paths would cause erosion.

Croatia's Split a modern city with ancient roots

The 200-foot-tall cathedral bell tower rises above Split's Old Town. Climbing the 183 steep steps to the top rewards you with sweeping views of the city.