The 106 is a welcoming street-side east–west connector through the heart of central Indiana’s most vibrant suburbs.

Length:
15.2 miles
Surface Type:
Paved
End Points:
E. 106th St. and Hamilton Pass (Fishers), 106th St. and N. Meridian St. (Carmel)
Open Hours:
Dawn til dusk
Suited For:
  • Bike-Friendly
  • Pedestrian-Friendly
  • Wheelchair-Friendly
  • Skate-Friendly
Amenities:
  • Trash Can
  • Food & Drink
  • Benches
  • Parking Lot

Trail Map

Local Highlights

  • The 106 Plaza + Trailhead

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    This trailhead sits at at the intersection of The 106th and the Nickel Plate Trail. It features a courtyard with public tables and seating, fire pits, open green areas, swings, and enhanced access to the Nickel Plate Trail. Restrooms and refreshments are available inside the Hub & Spoke building.
    • Trash Can
    • Food & Drink
    • Benches
    • Parking Lot

  • Bur Oak Bridge

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    The picturesque Bur Oak Bridge is a pedestrian and bike bridge with overlooks on The 106 Trail that spans about 500 feet over the White River, linking Hazel Landing Park in Carmel with Heritage Park in Fishers and creating a seamless east–west connection between the two communities.
    • Trash Can
    • Food & Drink
    • Benches
    • Parking Lot

  • Fishers Heritage Park at White River

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    Heritage Park at White River in Fishers is a scenic riverside park with multi-use and nature trails, picnic areas, and a popular sledding hill, and it’s home to the Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens for a little “nature plus history” in one stop. It also serves as an easy regional connector, linking to nearby White River parkland and connecting to Carmel via the Bur Oak Bridge on The 106 Trail.
    • Trash Can
    • Food & Drink
    • Benches
    • Parking Lot
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The 106 Trail is closed from Gray Road to Fishers Heritage Park, including the Bur Oak Bridge, due to flood damage to the trail.

About The 106

The 106 is a welcoming east–west connector through the heart of central Indiana’s most vibrant suburbs. Starting in Zionsville and stretching through Carmel and nearly to Geist Reservoir in Fishers, this well-maintained streetside paved path offers an inviting way to explore the region on foot or by bike.

The trail follows 106th Street, providing a comfortable route for walkers, runners, and cyclists of all skill levels. It’s lined with mature trees, peaceful neighborhoods, and open green spaces that create a calm, suburban escape just minutes from the bustle of city life. As it crosses major corridors like US-31 and Keystone Parkway, the path remains safely accessible, connecting residents and visitors to parks, local shops, and nearby trail systems.

You’ll cross the White River on the picturesque Bur Oak Bridge. The trail intersects the Monon and Nickel Plate trails and is part of the HamCo Hubway system. It also links to the Big Four Trail through a connector trail along Zionsville Road.

Whether you’re taking a leisurely weekend ride, logging training miles, or enjoying a sunset stroll, The 106 offers a continuous, scenic way to experience three connected communities.

Helpful to know

In Zionsville, a connector trail along Zionsville Road links The 106 with the Big 4 Trail.

Intersecting trails

people on the Nickel Plate Trail in Hamilton County Nickel Plate Trail logo

Nickel Plate Trail

The Nickel Plate Trail follows a former rail corridor, offering a paved trail through Indianapolis, Fishers, and Noblesville, it links into the Monon and Midland Trace Trails, with scenic stretches of tree canopy, creeks, and historic downtown districts.

Total Distance:
17.1 miles
Region:
North
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Monon Trail

A scenic trail that spans through lush landscapes, charming neighborhoods, and vibrant cultural districts, offering a world-class outdoor experience for explorers of all kinds.

Total Distance:
28.5 miles
Region:
Central, North