To celebrate summer, camping, and memories made naturally, Indiana State Parks invite you to create your best s’more at any state park property, snap a photo, and share it by emailing [email protected] by Aug. 31.
Read MoreSeveral trails at McCormick’s Creek State Park will reopen Friday, May 24, after being closed for clearing of downed trees after March 31, 2023’s tornado.
Read MoreInspired by “Happy Painter” Bob Ross’ love of the outdoors, Indiana State Parks and the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation are partnering with the Michigan DNR to stage the virtual Run for the Trees/Happy Little Virtual 5K between Earth Day and Arbor Day.
Read MoreHonor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by volunteering at a Department of Natural Resources property on Jan. 16, Martin Luther King Day.
Read MoreBrown County State Park ranks sixth on a list of most beautiful state parks in the country, according to a study done by Travel Lens.
Read MoreThe 2023 year-long celebration of Indiana State Parks interpretive services’ 100th birthday starts with Clifty Falls State Park’s Winter Weekend Getaway, Jan. 6–8.
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Read MoreAll veterans and active-duty military personnel, and everyone in their vehicle, will be admitted free to DNR state parks, reservoir properties, state forest recreation areas and off-road state recreation areas on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11.
Read MoreBy Andrea Neal In 1916, Indiana celebrated its 100th birthday with pageants, parades and a presidential visit and gave the best gift imaginable to future generations of Hoosiers: a statewide parks system. The planning began in 1915 when lawmakers created the Indiana Historical Commission — today the Historical … Read More
By TERRI RITTER Public Relations Coordinator, North Webster Community Library NORTH WEBSTER — Spring has finally arrived bringing warm temperatures and the opportunity to enjoy some outdoor living. In times past, families often sat outside on their front porches, relaxing and connecting with neighbors. The North Webster Community Public Library has … Read More
INDIANA — Discover the hidden treasures of Indiana’s state parks as they celebrate their centennial year by taking part in the SPR GO game. The game is similar to bingo. Players must find game codes at designated locations on the properties and record them on their game card … Read More
Ball State University students have developed a new phone app that will allow visitors to Indiana state parks to create driving or walking history tours for their trip. The Indiana State Park History Tour app allows users to discover historic sites, view historic photos, read stories and see … Read More
By MARTY BENSON Communications, Department of Natural Resources Your guide to Indiana’s best values in outdoor recreation is available now at dnr.IN.gov/5280.htm. The Department of Natural Resources’ 2015 Indiana recreation guide is the source for information on state parks, lakes, state park inns, fish and wildlife areas, state … Read More
Let Indiana State Parks and Inns be your cupid this Valentine’s Day with gift ideas and lodging specials. InnsGifts.com offers gift cards for camping at Indiana State Parks and for lodging at State Park Inns, annual park entrance passes, and more. Or, buy one of two GO! Pack … Read More
No need to worry, Hoosier outdoor lovers. Although national parks and national wildlife refuges are closed because of the federal government shutdown, Indiana’s 24 state parks and eight reservoir properties remain open for business as usual — if you call the burst of fall colors usual. There is … Read More
Give the outdoor lovers on your list the gift of Indiana’s state parks, reservoirs, state park inns and Outdoor Indiana magazine, all in one bargain package, without ever leaving your home. You may even want to get yourself one, too, considering the savings. The $99 State Park Holiday … Read More
