Beautiful park. We want to fish in the pond but don't catch anything. There were a lot of people…read morefishing that day. The park itself was pleasant except for the people passed out on a bench.

Lakeside Park is a park located in Fort Wayne. It is a very peaceful park to walk around with a…read morevast array of roses and fountains. I stopped at the park while visiting Fort Wayne and was very impressed. There was a lot of care that was put into these roses and it was such a treat to find at a public park.

There's something special about this place. Lindenwood is a little oasis from the city and feels…read morelike a sweet escape. It's a great place to bring family and kids. Unfortunately dogs are NOT allowed because they want to preserve the nature and wildlife. Plenty of parking spots. Trails are clear and easy to walk along. This is more of a walk than a hike. Trails can get muddy so recommend wearing boots. If you get muddy, there's a boot brush out in front where you can scrub your shoes. Don't forget to pack it in and pack it out! Happy exploring fellow Hoosiers!

I went during april which I do not recommend doing because there is literally nothing. All the…read moretrees were still dead, the ground was very muddy, the flowers were barely growing. Even with all those negative things Lindenwood still looked pretty and I enjoyed the hike. I was very Underwhelmed by the pond. I expected the pond to be much prettier, bigger and nicer looking but unfortunately it was tiny and very dirty. At least there were visible tadpoles there which was exciting to see. I cannot wait to return to this place again once everything is fully regrown.

Basketball Court Hours 0700-2200 Hrs…read more Park Hours 0800-2200 Hrs.

Mis hijas disfrutan this park very much- safe clean and our new go to. WS kind of them to do meal…read morekits for the people.

Tucked in off a street in Bristol, IN, is a place for serenity and a short walk through beautiful…read moregardens. The stone path leads to one of the 26 area heritage trail quilt gardens. Along the pathway, you will be shaded. These gardens include a huge ornamental lifelike mushroom with short sidekicks. Another photo worthy decoration is a wood carved cardinal next to a blue life sized Dutch windmill. The little park contains flowing water, a koi pond, scented roses, and multiple flora, as it winds up and down stairs on a stone pathway. Many artistic metal structures adorn the pathway. Definitely a place to visit!!!! I wish I lived closer.

For those who are fairly new in my world, you likely don't know about my long history as an…read moreactivist in the area of violence prevention with a strong emphasis on child abuse and sexual violence prevention. Since 1989, I've traveled over 6,000 miles in my wheelchair and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for a wide variety of organizations. I spend a lot of my wheeling time in Indiana - my home state and lifelong home. Among my favorite places to go in Indiana is Elkhart County, a Northeastern Indiana jewel filled with magnificent trails, a strong Amish community, a number of historic peace churches, and a vibe that just really clicks with me. My favorite trail in Indiana is the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail that winds its way through four Elkhart County communities and runs a bit over a marathon in terms of length. You get to visit a variety of cool small towns and will likely see some Amish folks on their bicycles. Quite honestly, it's awesome. If you stop in Middlebury, and I always do as I have multiple friends there, you can take a break along the trail here at the Krider World's Fair Gardens. For once, this is not small town braggadocio. Krider World's Fair Garden started out its life as a 1934 World's Fair exhibit and has been meticulously maintained ever since. I won't say it's "the" pride of Middlebury, but it's certainly one of the things of which the community is most proud. This is a botanical garden that weaves together gentle walking paths, a quilt garden exhibit, iconic structures, and facilities that include waterfalls, picnic tables, viewing benches, a gazebo, and a swing arbor. The park itself is really only about 2.4 acres. It's not a huge place, but it's a beautiful place. It can be rented for special events, weddings, and photography needs. If you're on the Pumpkinvine, then you'll run into this area as a perfect place to stop and rest and enjoy a beautiful part of Middlebury. The biggest city in Elkhart County is, in fact, Elkhart itself. But, a visit to Elkhart County isn't complete without visiting places like Goshen, Middlebury, and Shipshewana. Yes, I'll admit that it can get a bit touristy but it's a friendly community and a place I absolutely love to visit. This part of the state has about 2 dozen quilt gardens. A "quilt garden" means that they lay the quilts out in a pattern that changes each season. You can also see "Garden With a Cause" here, a garden devoted to charities and local organizations improving the lives of the people of Middlebury. They have a replica of the "Sunrise Bench," a bench that was included in the World's Fair Exhibit and there's a Statue of Hebe and a Water Wheel House among other attractions. If you're in Elkhart County, a stop at Krider World's Fair Garden just really needs to happen. I have some photos, but I'm still trying to find them from past tours. When I do, I'll post my own photos but you can definitely capture the garden's vibe in the available photos here.

This place was great! We did the wagon ride to feed the animals and it was so fun. Very clean and…read morethe animals look well kept. Can't wait to go back this summer! Hidden gem for sure.

We visited with our grown children and our 8 grandchildren, ages 9 to infant. We had a wonderful…read moretime, the folks who run the park are very kind and helpful. It seemed a bit expensive at first, but later we felt it was well worth it, and would love to come again if we are in the area.

I finally visited Pokagon State Park for the first time. After hearing my mom talk about a…read morechildhood visit she had (including the Toboggan run) for decades, we made the three hour trek north from Indy for a cozy weekend of staying at the lodge, hiking on the trails, visiting the nature center, etc. The overall park and setting was peaceful. The Tobaggan run definitely makes them stand out from other Indiana state parks as one of the more winter-friendly destinations. It was certainly hopping during our chilly January visit. Given the park's popularity, I was surprised at how much TLC the inn could use. The nature center is fairly simple but worth a visit. They have a trail that runs out the back door and easy parking. You'll also find Nordic skiing trails, homes along the lake and a simple restaurant at the inn. The toboggan run was a hit with our four year old. I cheered overhead with our two year old and I have to say that watching is quite enjoyable as well

They have a day long hike called the Hell's Point Challenge. I would love to return in the warmer…read moreweather and complete this hike, due to below freezing weather in January I just did portions of the hike, with car heater breaks. There is a beautiful historic lodge with restaurant. The restaurant prices are reasonable and the dining room is historic. For kids they have sled riding shoots, when I was a kid I would have lived this. There is a unique beauty about hiking in the winter.

Neat little park where your kids can play until their heart is content. Lots of features to climb…read moreon, swings, slides, lookouts.....you mame it, this park has it. Except restrooms with plumbing and electric. There are a couple portable toilets, and trash bins, but that's it. You can grill here if you choose, as there are a few charcoal grills located in various spots. There's also a good sized sand volleyball court and basketball court. All in all, this is a neat little find.

Love this playground for the kids! The playground equipment and area itself is so imaginative and…read morefun. My kids could play happily for hours if we'd let them. The park also has a pavilion, trails, a pond, a picnic area and sand volleyball.

What an incredible play area. Turf instead of mulch, new and safe equipment, colorful and modern…read more Partially gated. Lots of visibility. Plenty of benches. Some most for cooking parents and kids alike on a hot day. Not particularly accommodating for furry friends, but a really cool free space for kids from one to twelve to expend some energy and make new friends.

I love history and thought it would be fun to see Johnny Appleseed's tombstone since I was in the…read morearea. A fun little side quest turned into a 30 minute hunt through trails and grass and trees for his graveside. The grave is located off of a path and is very hard to get to. My husband and I found the grave and took a picture to remember it because we won't be coming back.

Come on, now. Is this park really located off of a street named Harry Baals Drive? Who came up with…read morethis? Are we being collectively punked? Honestly, the fact that Johnny Appleseed Park sits on Harry Baals Drive is probably one of the more interesting things about it, if you ask me. I never could find the Johnny Appleseed gravestone that the park is supposed to have. I drove all around! No gravestones to be seen. Oh, Johnny, where art thou? I ended up just parking and exploring the playground, dog park and the trails that go along the river. The river is a nice, scenic spot. I saw a boat launch along it, and a few people fishing. I stood on a deck that was located by the river, and just gazed out at the water. Fort Wayne has lots of water running through the city, and it was nice to enjoy some of it here at this little park. Johnny Appleseed Park is the site for the Johnny Appleseed Festival, which happens each year on the third full weekend in September. It's also a campground site, and has 40+ RV/camper sites, if you're into that sort of thing. Mostly, though, this is a nice community park and place to hang out and enjoy a little bit of Fort Wayne.

Not taken care of, bees hives and ground bees everywhere we went. Tried to take some ute pictures…read morebut kept getting attacked by bees. So we left.

Great place to have a picnic. The sunken garden area is a little hidden gem in indiana. Areas to…read morewalk and eat. Disc golf course is nice too. Open pickle ball and tennis courts too. Wish there was something like this closer to Fort Wayne!