Trail Non-Profit | Noble Trails

2025 Fishing Line 5k Run / Walk

It's time already! That's good news; it means spring is almost here!

Yes, registration is open for the 2025 Fishing Line 5k Run / Walk.

NOBLE TRAILS, INC. IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE REGISTRATION PERIOD FOR THE 2025 FISHING LINE TRAIL 5K RUN/WALK IS NOW OPEN.

The 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, with registration and check-in opening at 7:30 am, and the race starting at 9:00 am. Walkers will leave immediately following the runners.

The race will begin at the Gene Stratton Porter State Historic Site in Rome City. Duplicating previous races, the route follows a section of local roads before entering the Fishing Line Trail. The race then travels back to the finish line at Gene Stratton Porter.

And, in case your feet grow weary, Noble Trails will make the rounds to pick up those who need a break.

Awards will be given for the first three overall male and female runners. Noble Trails will provide all registrants with a tee-shirt. If you register before April 11, shirts will be available the morning of the race. For registrations after April 11, we will provide a certificate for you to pick up your shirt at a later date.

GREAT NEWS FOR FAMILIES! To make this a family friendly event, children 17 and under are free with a paid family member.

All adult registrations will be $35. Please pre-registration online. All proceeds go to the development of more sections of the Fishing Line Trail. Previous years' proceeds made an impact in helping Noble Trails develop more trail. With your help, we've been able to construct some key sections of trail to connect Rome City and Kendallville. Now, it's on to Wolcottville and Avilla!

Select the number of registrations to pay for, as well as any additional donations you wish to make. Then, click the Checkout button to complete the registration.

If you elect to pay by check, please make it payable to Noble Trails, Inc., and bring it to the race.

Remember to visit the Fishing Line Trail to condition yourself for the event. And above all, enjoy the Fishing Line Trail!

Check out the results from previous years to see how you have improved!

2024 Race Results

2023 Race Results

2022 Race Results

2024 Women's Times:

Graziela Haefer 25:52
Laura Silver 28:08
Natacha Phillips-Kress 29:10

2024 Men's Times:

Gabe Phillips-Kress 24:06
Nick Mains 25:16
Blake Silver 25:17

Benefits of Trails

When you mention trails, most people think about recreation. But, communities with trails receive a wider range of benefits than just a park-like way to relax.

Improved Health
Safe Transportation
Economic Boost
Better Quality of Life

The Fishing Line

This trail will become part of the Fishing Line Trail, which we hope to see in the future connect Noble County to Fort Wayne and to Lagrange County. Currently, Noble Trails has acquired ownership to several sections of the former railroad corridor, and we have recently opened a 1.25 mile section with an improved walking surface.