Eagle Creek Park is the largest city park in Indianapolis, where families can enjoy hiking and bicycle trails, and rent canoes and kayaks to use on Eagle Creek. The shore of the creek provides a beach where park visitors can lay out and soak up some sun. A full day of fun and recreation is calling all families.
No matter the weather or time of year, the Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Gardens is in full bloom. Enchanting European classic-styled gardens, graceful fountains, and many paved walkways transport visitors to another world. Spend a day exploring all nature has to offer.
Nature is at home at the beautiful Holliday Park & Nature Center, where you'll find 97 acres filled with birds, friendly prairie wildlife, wildflower gardens, ruins, hidden trails, playgrounds and the White River. It's the perfect outdoor place to revel in the beauty of nature.
Indy Greenways is a haven paradise for walking, hiking, biking and horse riding. Bikers can enjoy a 127-acre natural park with nine miles of down and dirty dirt trails for both the novice and expert rider. Throughout the park are hills that challenge walkers as well - but take note, bikers have the right of way here!
Indiana's horse trails span 3,500 miles and offer a safe experience for all riders consisting of a system of loops, and a network without stables. But, you'd better take your own horse if you hope to ride.
One fabulous family adventure can be found at the Indianapolis White River State Park! Discover and explore a zoo, garden, baseball field, state museum, an interactive theater and other attractions in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. Family time and discovery is a blast whether by foot, bike or boat!