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GREAT OUTDOORS
Explore THE
GREAT OUTDOORS
HAMILTON COUNTY has no shortage of fresh air. With an extensive trail system, more than 60 parks, two lakes and multiple access points to the White River, you could spend a
week exploring without ever going inside. The Monon Trail and White
River Greenway, both popular biking and walking trails, connect parks with dining, shopping and attractions as they wind through downtowns and communities. Strawtown Koteewi Park is the largest park at 750 acres and features a state-of-the-art archery range, aerial trail courses and an archaeology exhibit. Hamilton County has outdoor recreation options that are perfect for any outdoor enthusiast looking to explore nature.
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“Calling the Monon Trail a “trail” does it a disservice. The newly widened path passes by a mini splash pad called Sprinkle Park, a playground, and shuffleboard courts. Rent an electric bike from Pedego Bikes (it’s just north of Midtown Plaza) and ride to Sail, local artists Quincy Owens’s and Luke Crawley’s largest piece of public art yet. Midtown Plaza is furnished with couches, community tables, and a giant screen for showing live sports. Take a twirl on a spun chair, those seats that look like tops. Or brush up on your bocce, pingpong, and cornhole skills; it’s free to play.”
— DAWN OLSEN, Indianapolis Monthly
WHITE RIVER
The White River spans more than 25 miles in Hamilton County, through Carmel, Fishers and Noblesville. Canoe, kayak or tube the river with White River Canoe Company or enjoy scenic walks along the river in nearby parks.
BIKING & HIKING
Hamilton County boasts 600+ miles of trails for hikers, bikers and runners to enjoy. The Monon Trail, Midland Trail, Nickel Plate Trail and White River Greenway are perfect for beginners and families with nearby parking, shopping, dining and local parks.
EDGE ADVENTURES KOTEEWI – AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK
Participants choose their own self-guided aerial ropes course and engage in a combination of obstacles and ziplines with a progressive degree of challenges.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Experience the beauty and nature of Strawtown Koteewi Park’s trails while on horseback. Bring your own horse or book a guided experience (or pony ride) with K-Trails Equestrian Adventures.
CAMPING
Whether looking for a modern or primitive campsite or a place to lay your head after a concert at Ruoff Music Center, campers will find just the right spot to pitch their tents or park their RVs.
FISHING
Fishing is permitted at many parks with water features in Hamilton County, as well as the White River. Visitors should obtain proper licenses and know the local regulations before casting a line.
PARKS
Hamilton County's 60+ parks are natural treasures set on prairies, wetlands and nature preserves. Here, you will find endless outdoor fun for everyone, including hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, belaying, ziplining, fishing, wildlife watching and shooting archery.
BOATING
Spend a day on the water with boat launches and rentals at Geist Lake Marina, Morse Reservoir or the White River.
ARCHERY
Try your hand at the fastgrowing sport of archery with target and 3D shooting at Koteewi Range at Strawtown Koteewi Park.
K-Trails Equestrian Adventures White River Kayaking
SPLASH PADS
When the summer heat gets too hot to handle, cool off at splash pads at local parks like Lawrence W. Inlow Park, Roy G. Holland Memorial Park and many more.
MONON CENTER
The Monon Community Center houses a state-of-the-art fitness center, three-court gymnasium, indoor aquatics, indoor track and group fitness. During the summer, make a splash at the Waterpark, open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
