07/13/2026
Indoor Walking Track at Batesville Civic Center Continues to Gain Popularity Among Local Residents
BATESVILLE, Miss. – With an average of more than 150 walkers each month, the Batesville Civic Center indoor walking track has become a valued community resource, providing residents with a safe, comfortable place to exercise, stay active, and enjoy fellowship with others.
The indoor walking track has become a popular destination for people of all ages who are looking for a convenient place to walk while avoiding Mississippi's summer heat and rainy days. Many walkers also enjoy the opportunity to visit with friends, build relationships, and make exercise a part of their daily routine.
The Batesville Civic Center walking track offers a climate-controlled environment, clean restrooms, and a safe, welcoming place to exercise throughout the week. The facility provides community members with a year-round option for staying active regardless of outdoor conditions.
Frequent walkers Roxanne Goodson and Nancy Ginn appreciate having an indoor walking option, especially during the summer months. The comfortable environment allows them to continue their walking routine while enjoying fellowship and conversations with fellow community members.
“BCC walking track is such a big asset to our community since it’s been opened for walking. The more mature community appreciate it more than anyone realizes.
Thank you City of Batesville for providing this for us.”
— Roxanne Goodson
The walking track is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary when the Civic Center is hosting events, setting up for events, or during scheduled maintenance and cleaning.
First-time walkers are asked to stop by the Batesville Civic Center office to complete a brief contact information form. This information is maintained for emergency purposes.
For those tracking their fitness goals, 5.25 laps around the indoor track equals one mile, making it easy for walkers to measure their progress.
Batesville Civic Center Walking Track
• Monday–Friday: 6:30 am – 4:30 pm
• Climate-controlled indoor facility
• Clean restrooms
• Safe walking environment
• 5.25 laps = 1 mile
• Closed during event setup, scheduled events, maintenance, and cleaning
• First-time walkers must register at the BCC office
The current walking track schedule and operating hours are posted on the Batesville Civic Center page, the Civic Center marquee, and the Batesville Civic Center website. Community members are encouraged to check these sources for any schedule changes due to event setup, scheduled events, maintenance, or cleaning.
For more information about the Batesville Civic Center indoor walking track, including registration and current operating hours, please contact the Batesville Civic Center office at 662-563-1392.