# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run Fall Paint with Friends
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: October Plein Air Paint-Out
Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run – Lagro, Indiana

Painting Time: 9am to 1p.m. 
County: Wabash County, Indiana
ACRES Land Trust – Hathaway Preserve

🌾 Event Overview

Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run is one of the most dramatic natural locations in Wabash County, especially during October. The preserve features:

A steep sandstone gorge carved by Ross Run

High cliffs and moss-covered rock walls

A clear flowing creek flowing over waterfalls with shallow pools

Vibrant fall foliage along the ridge lines

Wildlife-rich forest canopy

Painters will enjoy multiple composition options—gorge views, water reflections, cliff faces, leaf color, and the elevated overlooks. The preserve feels secluded, quiet, and immersive, perfect for an autumn plein air session.

📍 Exact Location

Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run
Address: 1866 E Baumbauer Rd, Lagro, IN 46941
Managed by: ACRES Land Trust

The entrance is marked with a small ACRES sign and a gravel driveway.

🅿️ Parking Information

Parking is very simple but limited:

Main Gravel Parking Lot

Capacity: 8–12 vehicles


Important Notes

There are no restrooms at this preserve.

Early arrivals get the easiest spots.

Parking on the road is not recommended;

🥾 Trail & Access Notes

The trail is natural surface and includes:

A gradual descent into the Ross Run gorge

Areas with exposed roots and rocky footing

Bridges and boardwalk-style sections in places

Best painting areas include:

The Gorge Overlook – sweeping view of the rock walls

The Ross Run Creek Crossing – water reflections + foliage

Sandstone Outcrop Area – mossy boulders and textured cliff faces

The Low Creek Basin – wide open water view

The Upper Ridge Path – tree canopy and valley depth

Strong October leaf color makes each section visually rich.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wabash/hathaway-preserve-at-ross-run-fall-paint-with-friends/200029525188554
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, trips-adventures, performances, theatre, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 26

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wabash
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust
- **lat**: 40.81082
- **long**: -85.761
- **full address**: Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust, 1866 E Baumbauer Rd, Wabash, IN 46992, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run Fall Paint with Friends being held?
  - **A:** Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run Fall Paint with Friends takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Hathaway Preserve At Ross Run - ACRES Land Trust, 1866 E Baumbauer Rd, Wabash, IN 46992, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run Fall Paint with Friends?
  - **A:** Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run Fall Paint with Friends is organized by Northern Indiana Plein Air Artists.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run Fall Paint with Friends is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wabash, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run Fall Paint with Friends sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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