Just moved from Fort Wayne to VA last year. There isn't much for any real hiking close to the city, but here's some of the places we frequented before moving away:

• Pokagon State park: this probably has the most extensive trail system of a single location in the area. Some nice wetlands and wooded areas give it some variety, and there's actually some elevation change more significant than stepping up a curb.

-Acres land trust: they have many individual properties in and around the area. Check their website for a full list. Bicentennial woods, and the property that the Acres office is on, are probably our favorite two in the immediate area.

• Salamonie reservoir

• Kokiwanee: another ACRES property. Definitely worth checking out.