Back in 1999, Kokomo wanted to celebrate the millenium by adding a new park across the street from…read moreCity Hall. So the northeast corner of Sycamore and Union was fixed up to create a people place where visitors could sit and relax in a pleasant environment, right in the heart of downtown. The gazebo has numerous chairs and is surrounded by landscaped walkways. There is a large bell on the north side of the park and to the west is a large mural. Across the street is the entrance to City Hall which has a fountain and art sculpture. All in all, the park fits in well with the surrounding area which is filled with great architectural details, public art, and a bit of history. Review #2339

I always find it odd when a park is named after someone, but doesn't provide a plaque or sign…read morestating it. Such is the case for this park. I didn't see any place to park, so I pulled off onto the grass to get my car out of the way of any possible traffic. I did like that the playground wasn't as cookie-cutter as most. This place offered some unusual pieces for kids to play on. There was also a small basketball court and some bench seating with just a single shade tree. It could definitely be developed with all the room here, but I'd settle for a sign as a start. Review #1160

Tipton City Park is a 30-acre park located on Tipton, Indiana's southside. The park includes a…read morewalking trail, recreational facilities, flowers, benches, picnic tables, quite a few mature trees, and two foot bridges that cross Cicero Creek. There's a fenced in play area for toddlers and quite a bit of playground equipment. Tipton City Park was established in 1914. Because of its location, features like a golf course, baseball diamonds, various game courts, a swimming pool, a Boy Scout Cabin, and other features are within walking distance from a nearby hospital, Fairview Cemetery, the schools, and the Tipton Historical Society's Heritage Center. You can rent the Boy Scout Cabin and pavilions. There's also a gazebo available for rent. Tipton City Park is clearly one of the main recreational spots for the city of Tipton. It offers a ton for children and youth - it's also pretty darn good for adults with the gazebo frequently being a spot for special events and musical events. This was a fairly quick stop for me this time around, though I went by it a couple of times during my recent Tenderness Tour event. Located on SR 19, Tipton City Park is super easy to get to if you're in the Tipton area. While it's not a fully accessible park, it's surprisingly solid and I had very little difficulty getting around the park.

The city park in Tipton is a place that would be a lot of fun for little kids to play. And a fun…read moreplace for adults to roam its 30 acres of mature tree lined grounds. There is parking near the large shelter and there's a large gazebo near the front. There is playground equipment spread over a wide area, so lots of kids could play without making it feel too crowded. There's even a small equipment playground for the smaller kids to feel just the right size! Well kept and easy access make this a nice park to visit while in Tipton. Review #2041

I spent about two hours here in a corner of the parking lot where there was a free Level 1 charger…read moreand waited out a pretty strong rainstorm. Beulah Park is quite large and includes public restrooms, more than one huge picnic pavilion, sporting fields and a playground. The pool is open in the summer, there is a horseshoe pit, basketball (Of course! This is Indiana!) and tennis courts. [Review 1312 of 2024 - 188 in Indiana - 22335 overall]

As part of the county fairgrounds, Beulah Park has an aquatic park, playground, and tennis courts…read more Particularly during non-fair times, there is plenty of parking. The playground has a variety of pieces and has a secure area for smaller kids. There is also an area for horse shoe competition. The park has a lot of shade trees but could use more benches/tables for adults to sit on while the kids are running around. Review #1163

Very nice city park. Well manicured and a great playground for the kids! Great place to run off…read moresome energy!

Wow, this is a beautiful park. I wish we had taken more pictures! Pet friendly, and easily…read moreaccessible. There's lots of parking. There is a Garfield statue here (one of the many in Grant county). This park was so nice, I was surprised it was free admission. Beautiful fountains, lots of educational information, and butterflies everywhere. In my opinion, the garden alone is worth a quick day trip.

This small town park has a big history. In 1940, local Elwood resident, Wendell Wilkie, accepted…read morehis party's nomination to run for President against Franklin Roosevelt in the park. Approximately a quarter of a million people attended the celebration. Today, a historical plaque commemorates the event. Callaway Park is a central gathering point for the community of Elwood. The town has celebrated annually the Elwood Glass Festival in the park for over fifty years, bringing in thousands of visitors. The park offers several playgrounds with older and newer equipment. There is a lovely covered brick pavilion with picnic tables and restroom facilities. There are two gazebos which host concerts and other events. There was a church service in progress during my Sunday morning visit. The park is spacious with lots of mature trees providing shade. I loved walking through the park. People were friendly. There's history and plenty to do.

This is an amazing old school park that seems to be a corner stone of the town. It spans about 25…read moreacres and has just about everything you would want in a park. The park was donated by and is named after Henry Callaway and dates back to 1917 There are two entrances/exits to the park and an ample amount of parking. The park features a small amphitheater with seating, a gazebo, a large shelter with restrooms, and two small shelters with picnic tables under them and grills just outside of them. You will find a bunch of picnic tables and benches all over the parks grounds. There is tons of green space to play, an outdoor volleyball court and the park is home to a very extensive play ground. They have a fenced in playground for smaller kids with a merry go round, a small slide, a spinning net climber, rocking animals, and monkey bars. There is so much playground equipment here, all over the park. It has one of the tallest metal slides that I have ever seen at a park, there are a few banks of swings, giant tires to climb on, pebble bridges, a spiral slide, net swings, monkey bars, merry go round, a dome climber, a jungle gym, a log roll, a large play set structure, a rocking raft, an expression swing, see saws and a stand up swing. Like I said, it is a bunch of equipment, that is spaced out over the park. It is not the most modern equipment. But it is well maintained and in decent shape. Most of the equipment is constructed out of sturdy steel or aluminum. There are a couple of baseball fields on the park's outskirt. I am not sure if they are park of the park or not though. They are decent fields that would be good for some little league ball. Across the way from the park you will find the Birch Bayh Community Center. They have a couple of decent basketball courts over there. The tennis courts over there need a little TLC though. I was very impressed with this park, which is saying a lot, because I am more of a modern park guy. They host concerts, sporting events, and second harvest food banks. It would also be a nice place to jog. The park has a nice paved trail that winds though it. I would consider this a destination park and highly recommend checking this place out if you have the opportunity to.

In downtown Upland, there is a well kept park that is filled with historical information and…read moreobjects from the days when the railroads made and broke towns. Upland was believed to be the highest point between Chicago and Columbus so a depot was erected here. The park has a curved wall that has plaques with information about Upland. There is also a gazebo on the west end, a caboose in the middle, and a wooden play train large enough for smaller kids to play in. Unfortunately, the depot and caboose don't allow visitors to go inside. That would be cool if they could be restored and allow tours at certain times. Review #2550

I really enjoyed the layout and the purpose of this park which is immediately west of the county…read morecourthouse. Although small in size, the plaza is tastefully arranged with gardens and benches with paved walkways to get around. The park features a great view of the courthouse and has a dedication marker for honoring the area's veterans. There is also a flag pole. The park could use some shade since no trees are in the area and the benches don't have any shelters. So, on hot summer days, it could get pretty hot sitting for very long. The sidewalk leading into the park is starting to show some signs of cracks, so it is due for some maintenance. Review #2560