Looking for a playground that grows with your kids? Check out West Park in Carmel!…read more Padded ground throughout Multi-level playground designed for different ages and abilities Lower level features swings, one slide, a merry-go-round & a small climbing structure Climb the rocks or take the stairs to reach a metal slide that doesn't get too hot in the sun At the very top is a HUGE climbing structure leading to a giant clock slide--perfect for older, adventurous kids! Splash pad tucked into a rock valley with a beautiful waterfall feature Lots of walking trails and wildflowers to explore Bathrooms are close by Shade is limited, with most of it under the pavilion This is the perfect park for families with kids of different ages. Between the playground, splash pad, and scenic trails, it's easy to spend the whole day here

My husband and I couldn't believe how much trash was on the ground. Coke cans, water bottles,…read morecandy wrappers all over. It's almost as if people forgot trash cans exist. The playground equipment and splash pad itself were nice and our kids enjoyed it, the trash took away from the overall appeal though.

Calling all nature-loving families…read more If your kids would rather play with sticks, logs, and their imagination than a traditional playground, this spot is for you Little play hut with a table and two chairs Hopscotch and balance beams Lots of tree logs, sticks, and natural elements for open-ended play Encourages creativity, imagination, and nature-based exploration Completely covered by trees, so there's plenty of shade Multiple walking paths nearby for a family nature walk ‍ This is one of those places where kids can slow down, get creative, and connect with nature. No flashy playground equipment--just all that Mother Nature has to offer #coolcreekpark #nature #natureplayground #carmel #hamiltoncounty

What a great nature center and park! We visited to check out for our granddaughters. The Nature…read moreCenter has a nice bird watching deck, a selection of live turtles and snakes and much more. We found the bird collection particularly useful in helping us identify some of our backyard birds. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They were preparing for a school group during our visit. After the nature center, we walked on one of the nature trails. Some flowering trees were in bloom. The trails are wide and well marked (but not paved). Strategically placed benches along the trails make perfect spots to bird watch. Nearby, is an outdoor amphitheater with a large grassy area for seating. I'm not sure what programs they host, but the space is nice. Near the front of the park, is a modern playground with several colorful climbing structures, swings, slides and the usual equipment. A pavilion is available to get shade or feed the kids. There is a water fountain to keep the kids hydrated. Behind the playground, adult exercise equipment is available. We also saw a soccer field perfect for local practice. There is dedicated parking with handicapped spaces and restrooms on site.

Local Mom Meet-Up Spot Check out Carey Grove Park ‍…read more Padded ground Playground for all ages with separate sides for younger & older kids (split by a fun music section ) A couple slide + swing options to keep everyone happy Workout equipment on both sides for parents Features a Pulse Tennis interactive game Small walking trail + open field for extra space to run Shade available around the sides Such a great, easy spot to meet up with other moms while the kids all play

This is an amazing park. It was originally opened in 1998, but was "fully reimagined" in 2020 and I…read morelove everything about this park.There is ample parking and a bike rack for those that ride in from neighboring houses. It is a very modern park that is lined with the rubbery surface that most of the new parks are using. It has a half basketball court with an adjustable rim. The court is in great shape and has a bench along the baseline for spectators to sit and watch. You will find a very nice paved walking/jogging trail that goes around the perimeter of the park, as well as trails leading to the park from nearby neighborhoods. The bathroom facility at the park is very well maintained and is one of the better ones that I have seen in a park. They serviced the restrooms and trash while I was there. The park has two picnic shelters with tables under it and one has a couple of grills just outside of it. The playground is awesome. It has top-notch modern equipment. One side of the playground area has a very nice large jungle gym with a couple of slides, one of which is a spiral slide. There is also a bank of swings with traditional and ADA swings, a spinning net sphere, a pull up bar, and an interactive light game. This side is intended for 5 and older, but my 3 year old spent most of his time over here. On the other side is play equipment for smaller kids. There is a bank of toddler swings, a small jungle gym with a tunnel and slides, a couple of see-saws, a modern merry-go-round, and an expression swing. In between both area is some picnic tables and percussion musical instruments. Both play areas have benches on one side of it for parents to sit and on the other side (outer perimeter) are some workout equipment between some more benches, under a nice shade bearing awning. The workout equipment is intended for those over 14 years old. The equipment happens to face the respective playgrounds, so parents can get their workout on while keeping an eye on their littles. On final feature of the park is its green space. There is a patch of grass that can be used for playing catch, soccer, football, or flying a kite. It can also be used for working out or having a picnic. The only downfall of this space is that it is like in like a little crater. So, it gets very soggy after rain and snowfall and takes a while to dry. I really like this park. My littles and I spent about 2 hours here. It is not very big, spanning 5 acres, but still has a lot to do. This is definitely a destination park and was well worth the 40 minute ride for me to get here.

Looking for the perfect toddler park to learn colors? Check out Quaker Park…read more Super bright + colorful turf playground (perfect for color learning!) Small play structure with two slides made for littles Swings for everyone: single swings, mommy & me, circle swing & even a hammock Splash pad for summer fun Features a Sona interactive dance & play arch--scan a code to pick games or music Separate climbing gym for older kids while toddlers play safely nearby 4 pavilions with picnic tables + shaded benches for snack/lunch breaks Connected to the Midland Trace Trail that leads to the Monon Trail ‍ Such a fun, colorful, and toddler-friendly park with something for every age

This colorful little park packs a punch, offering something for everyone. There is an amazing…read moreplayground with structures suitable for toddlers as well as bigger kids. There are several swings for all ages and abilities. My granddaughters spent a long time on the splash pad. There is also an interactive movement game for the kids to play (like a Simon Says). What I like most is that there are many benches, some covered, around the park to relax and watch the kids play. For the adults, there are several pickle-ball courts and a bocci ball pit. There is open green space for football or other sport. The park has a nice (colorful) set for f rest rooms. There are four pavilions that can be used for larger gatherings and picnics with lots of tables. The walkways through the park are paved for easy accessibility. There are two parking lots that can accommodate 40 plus cars. I'll be a regular. Look for me chasing two kids.

Nice place for kids to play and walk the cannal, and spend family time. It is a little hard to find…read morebut worth the look

Our older two (4 and 6) loved the climbing structures, but there wasn't a ton for a toddler to do!…read moreThe canal view is nice though, and she was entertained by the ducks! There was a bit of trash throughout the park, and we did end up leaving a little earlier than planned after getting a strange vibe from a homeless man sitting at the swings.

This is an old park but it has good bones…read more Most importantly for any park: There's a decent playground, with lots of different things to play on. I like all of the vintage playground equipment, like the metal twisty slide, the metal monkey bars, and the metal geodome climber. (Dang, they made everything on the playground out of metal when we were kids, didn't they?) When my youngest kid saw that old-fashioned climber, he said something like, "I've never seen one of these in real life!" That's how old some of the playground equipment is here. Your children will get a kick out of playing on the novel, ancient playground equipment that ye olde people in the 1990s happily played on. There are a few newer playground pieces, but only slightly, and they're a little run down. There are also swings. This park backs up to the Monon Trail, so there are lots of people parking in the parking lot and taking their bike out of the car to hop on the trail. There are also two big baseball /softball fields, a small skate park, a tennis court and public restrooms that are open during the day. I learned from a person who lives in Sheridan that Biddle Park is called "the big park" by locals. Not too far down the street is another park, which is "the small park" (Veteran's Park). So if you didn't know, now you know.

There is a really nice park in Sheridan with something for nearly everyone! Basketball, baseball,…read morevolleyball? They got it. Shelters with grills? Got it. Playgrounds and wood carvings? Got them. Skate park? Got it. Just about anything you would want short of an aquatic park can be found here. The park seemed to be in good condition and there seemed to be plenty of room. A really nice park without anything too fancy, but definitely a nice variety to choose from. Review #2032

Great little park. Perfect for toddlers. Not crowded. Playground is clean and has multiple climbing…read moreoptions that don't terrify me that my kiddo is going to fall out of a giant hole in the play structure. Nice covered pavilion, walking trail, dog park. Very sweet and nice for a solid hour of playtime.

This is a cute little park at the north end of the rail trail in Zionsville. We met a group of…read morefriends for a picnic there on a warm Tuesday evening. There is a nice covered pavilion with about 4 tables. The tables were very clean. There were grills close by. There is a small upscale playground near the front of the park with interesting selection of activities. The equipment was clean and inviting. We watched a steady parade of dog walkers, skaters and runners make their way around the ark and down to the trail. During our visit we watched a lovely Midwest sunset over the farm fields adjacent to the park. So peaceful and relaxing. A perfect end to the day. There are about 10 parking spots and the park is totally accessible. There is even motorcycle parking.

I love all of the great parks and public nature spaces in Fishers. Bee Camp Creek Trailhead is one…read moreof those places, and it is located in a residential neighborhood, just off of Olio Road. You'd almost miss it if you weren't looking for it. There's a playground here, which is important to mention if you have children like mine who might not want to go for a hike or walk anywhere outdoors if it doesn't also include visiting a playground. The playground is located right next to the parking lot, and there are lots of things to climb and jump on. There's also a slide and monkey bars and things, and benches to sit on. As the name of this place suggests, there is a paved trail that winds through the back of a neighborhood, around a retention pond, that supposedly meets up with Geist Reservoir. We didn't make it too far along the trail, but I'd like to come back to explore it a little more.