Destinations

Looking for something to do?

Visit Goshen’s historic downtown for great shopping and dining experiences
or hit the trails and explore the beautiful countryside.

Biking + Walking Trails

Good of Goshen • Goshen DestinationsMaple City Greenway

The Maple City Greenway consists of a network of bicycle and pedestrian trails throughout Goshen. The trails connect homes, parks, schools, the library and the downtown area. Eleven of these trails are described below:

  • Abshire Park Trail
    A crushed-stone surface, this trail connects Pumpkinvine Nature Trail along Rock Run Creek to Monroe Street.
    1.5 miles
  • Central City Trail
    A brick-edged sidewalk linking Goshen College, the Goshen Library, Goshen High School, the Elkhart County Courthouse and the downtown area.
    2 miles
  • Fidler Pond Walking/Biking Track
    A crushed-stone walking and biking track that follows the perimeter of Fidler Pond.
    1.5 miles
  • Millrace Trail
    A crushed-stone walking and biking trail that follows the hydraulic canal and connects Shoup-Parsons Woods, Shanklin Park and downtown Goshen.
    2.75 miles
  • Monroe Street Trail
    A paved surface that connects Goshen High School, Pumpkinvine Trail, and Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds.
    1 mile
  • Plymouth Avenue Trail
    This paved trail connects Shanklin Park and Goshen Middle School via a bridge over the Elkhart River and continues to Hay Park and Greene Road.
    1.6 miles
  • Pringle Park Walking Track
    A crushed-stone walking track that follows the perimeter of Pringle Park.
    1.5 miles
  • Pumpkinvine Nature Trail
    The Pumpkinvine Nature Trail is a crushed-stone trail that runs along Rock Run Creek and Abshire Park, connecting the cities of Goshen, Middlebury and Shipshewana.
    15 miles
  • Shoup-Parsons Woods Nature Trail
    A crushed-stone surface that features a self-guided nature study.
    .25 miles
  • Wilden Avenue Trail
    This paved trail connects to the MapleHart Trail, Ox Bow County Park and the city of Elkhart.
    2.7 miles
  • Winona Interurban Trail
    The Winona Interurban Trail, a paved trail, connects Goshen College with Greencroft Retirement Center, Bethany Christian School, and Waterford Elementary School.
    1 mile

Other Goshen Parks outdoor activities

College

Goshen College • 1700 South Main Street

Farm

Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard • 19498 CR 38
Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard – U-Pick Apples & Pumpkins • 19498 CR 38
Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard Fall Tours • 19498 CR 38

Farmers Market

Goshen Farmers Market • 212 West Washington Street

Golf

Black Squirrel Golf Course • 1017 Larimer Drive
Maplecrest Country Club (Private) • 611 Hackett Road

Motorsports

New Paris Speedway • 16806 CR 46

Museum

Goshen Historical Society Museum • 124 South Main Street

Parks

Defries Gardens, home of the Calendar Garden • 17477 CR 46
Fidler Pond Park • 1424 East Lincolnway
There are 23 Goshen City Parks • Goshen Parks and Recreation Department, Main office 607 West Plymouth Street
Tyler S. Joldersma Skateboard Park • Tyler S. Joldersma Skate Park Chicago Avenue

Retail

Discover Goshen’s Downtown Shopping District featuring a thriving cultural arts scene, beautiful historic architecture and intriguing places to eat and shop. A few highlights:

Better World Books • 215 South Main Street
Found • 208 South Main Street
Ignition Music Garage • 120 East Washington Street
Old Bag Factory • 1100 North Chicago Avenue
Ten Thousand Villages Goshen • 206 South Main Street
Woldruff’s Footwear & Apparel • 129 South Main Street

Tours

Goshen Theater Tour • 216 South Main Street
Heritage Trail Tour • Elkhart County Visitors Center, 219 Caravan Drive, Elkhart
Quilt Garden’s Tour • Pick up a map at the Goshen Chamber of Commerce, 234 South Main Street

Water Attractions

Elkhart River Canoe Trip • Shanklin Park 411 West Plymouth Avenue
Fidler Pond Canoe and Kayak Rentals • 1424 East Lincolnway
Shanklin Park Swimming Pool • 411 West Plymouth Avenue

5 Incredible Day-Trips Within 30 Minutes of Goshen

One of the things that makes Goshen great is our nearness to other vibrant communities. From educational to recreational opportunities – to say nothing of shopping and dining – our neighbors have it all! Want to see? Join us on five themed “day trips” within a half-hour drive of Goshen.

5 Incredible Day-Trips Within 30 Minutes of Goshen