| The General Dacey Trail is a multipurpose trail designed for walkers, runners and bicyclists. This trail is a great place for the whole family to spend time together enjoying creation. Besides exercising, the trail is a great place for bird watching, geocaching and photography. The trail offers users many opportunities to pause on donated benches and contemplate stunning views of Lake Shelbyville and the area. |
| The trail opened in 2006 and new phases of the trail have been constructed each year since. The Phase 4 section connecting the existing trail sections to the Dam was completed in the fall of 2010. |
| The trail heads are located at the Dam West (9th Street) Recreation Area, and just behind the Scout Cabin in Forest Park. Trail users can explore two one-mile loop sections through the wooded area along Lake Shelbyville. A third leg connects Forest Park to the Dam West Recreation Area. |