10/10/2026
City of Madison IN - City Hall continues to be recognized! This time as an American Discovery Trail town!
CITY OF MADISON DESIGNATED AS AMERICAN DISCOVERY TRAIL TOWN | The City of Madison has been designated an American Discovery Trail (ADT) Trail Town by the American Discovery Trail Society, recognizing Madison as a community that supports and welcomes hikers, bicyclists, and other non-motorized trail users.
The American Discovery Trail is a 6,800-mile, multi-use trail stretching across 15 states from coast to coast. The route connects communities, parks, public lands, and other scenic, historic, and cultural destinations, offering opportunities to hike, bike, and ride horseback across the country.
Trail Towns are communities on or near the American Discovery Trail that support the trail and provide a welcoming experience for travelers. The American Discovery Trail Society and its Trail Town Committee recently reviewed the City of Madison’s application and approved the designation.
To celebrate, the City of Madison, in collaboration with Visit Madison Indiana (VMI), Clifty Falls State Park, and the American Discovery Trail Society, will host an event Monday, October 19, at 9 AM. Mayor Bob Courtney will read a proclamation recognizing Madison as an ADT Trail Town.
Following the proclamation, Mayor Courtney will walk along a portion of the American Discovery Trail on Vaughn Drive to Riverview Campground. Community members are invited to join the relay and celebrate Madison’s connection to the American Discovery Trail. Find more details on the City of Madison page under the “events” category.
Madison’s designation also highlights the City’s continued investment in trail connectivity. The Madison Connector Trail System, including the Clifty Connector Trail, connects downtown Madison with surrounding outdoor destinations. The Clifty Connector begins at the Heritage Trail, crosses Crooked Creek, and extends west to the south entrance of Clifty Falls State Park, providing a convenient connection for bicyclists, walkers, and hikers.
“Madison is proud to be recognized as an American Discovery Trail Town and to be part of a trail that connects communities across the country,” said Mayor Bob Courtney. “This designation highlights the importance of our trail system and the connections it provides for residents and visitors to enjoy Madison’s parks, natural areas, and historic community.”
Anyone interested in participating in the American Discovery Trail 250 Relay can register at www.discoverytrail.org. The City of Madison invites residents to join Mayor Courtney on October 19 as the community celebrates this new designation and helps continue the relay across America.
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