Pronounced as KO-TAY-WEE which means "fire" and possibly "prairie" in the Miami-Peoria language…read more Located in Hamilton county. The park is unique. This place offers the following: Aerial Adventure trails, Archery Range & Pro shop, Bike trails, Canoe launch, Equestrian center & trail, Fishing, Green space, Hiking trails, Natural History center, Nature trail, Prairie, Sport and target archery. The park encompasses 800 acres with 8 miles of multi use trails and 3 miles of white river. The restored Native American village was pretty neat to see how they lived. I had many pix and unable to post as my pix didn't transfer to new phone. =(

Another great park in Hamilton County!…read more Strawtown Koteewi Park is one of the more unique parks that I've visited in Indiana, as it has multiple Native American structures outside to explore. This is a really neat park to visit with kids, because they can go in and out of the huts, climb in and out of the archeology excavation site, and just have a good time learning about how people used to live on the land before we came along. There is also a very cool visitor's center with artifacts and treasures from a time long past, like a life-sized dugout canoe, animal skeletons, pottery shards, tools and weapons, and lots more. I took a foraging class here this summer, and it was really great learning about the edible plants that are on the park property. Best of all, it was free! But the class was so good that I would have paid for it. Different classes happen all year long, and many of them are free or very little cost. This park is actually very large, and there are different sections where you can hike, go zip lining and horseback riding. The zip lining and horseback riding areas are seasonal, so they're not open all year long.

Very short trail. If you're going for walking I don't recommend but if you just want to be outdoors…read morein the shade and near the creek it would be fine. I went with my dog hoping to get a decent walk in and I was disappointed.

I'll openly admit that I'd never heard of Hague Road Nature Haven until I decided to do some…read moreHamilton County exploring today following church. Hague Road Nature Haven is a relatively small spot at 43 acres. It's located at the Southeast corner of Hague Road and SR 38. The master plan calls for an outdoor education center, though for the most part the current status of Hague Road Nature Haven is as a fairly rough, immersive, and absolutely peaceful place that makes up for its accessibility issues with being a bit of natural wonder right here in Central Indiana. Hague Road Nature Haven is surrounded by Cicero Creek. There's a small parking lot. It's cleared but still natural in presentation. Plans eventually call for campsites, a natural playground, a nature center, study areas, and I believe I even saw plans for a small, natural amphitheatre. There are no plans, necessarily, to turn this into anything resembling a recreation area and we should be grateful for that. For now, you've got lots of greenery, hiking trails, creekside spots for stomping or wheeling or just watching. There's one absolutely delightful spot with a sort of swing bench. It's an inspired touch for an inspiring location in Noblesville. You can fish here, of course, and I was honestly surprised at just how much of this nature haven I could handle by wheelchair (though certainly not all). The creek itself stays relatively shallow. However, obviously, children should be supervised and care should be taken to ensure safety. This is nature, after all, and things can happen easily. Animals may very well be here, as well. This haven is still relatively light in terms of attendance and in one afternoon I saw fish, tadpoles, lots of birds and, yes, even deer. I wouldn't be surprised if turtles are around here and maybe even a snake or two (I like snakes...for me, that's a good thing). There's a relatively light "nature walk" trail here. It runs just under a mile. The path is natural, though I found it cleared enough that I could manage it. In adverse weather, I probably could not. It's not technically "accessible," but it's wide enough, mostly smooth ground/crushed stone, and almost completely flat. Plus, it's right by the creek. This also means mosquitoes in season, but that's easily handled. Absolutely heaven. This is a relatively secluded area - this can be an amazing thing, but it's also worth noting in terms of taking appropriate precautions. You're really not that far from residential areas here, though this truly is a set-apart haven and a magnificent slice of nature almost smack dab where you least expect it. There's no question I'll be back.

What a lovely new-to-me Central Indiana adventure! One of the learnings I hope to keep from this…read morepast year is to stay hungry for visiting new parks and keep outdoor dining (specifically picnic-ing) a routine activity. My friend and fellow Yelper, Katie U, recommended we visit McGregor Park for a quick lunch time walk and picnic. I admittedly had never heard of it and was shocked to find how easily accessible it was off of US31. Upon arrival, the park has very clear directions of where you can find the trails covered spaces, etc. The bathrooms were very clean and located near a shelter with additional information about the park. I was most impressed by the hilly nature of the landscape which can be hard to find in central Indiana. It's also worth noting that the shelter spaces and landscaping were both impeccable and appeared to be new. My only regret is that I didn't have more time to explore the trails. Looking forward to future longer visits at this nature getaway a stone's throw from downtown Westfield.

I feel like the secret is out. There used to be no cars when I came to MacGregor park, and both…read moreparking lots were filled. The front lot is near a little story walk with a fairly small flat area you can walk around with kids. If you drive to the back lot you have a few different trail options, mostly around a mile. There were some hills, this is not a great park to go to after rain as it can get fairly muddy. But I think it's a nice little getaway.

Reasons we LOVE Morse Park & Beach…read more Newly renovated playground with multiple levels to climb and explore--perfect for adventurous kids! Features monkey bars, a variety of slides, and a fun whale-shaped rock wall Has a small toddler section, but overall better suited for confident climbers Woodchip ground--something to consider for babies or toddlers still crawling Great, easy fishing spot if you have your license In the summer, there's a beach area for swimming and cooling off Such a fun mix of playground + outdoor adventure all in one spot!

Morse Park and Beach is a lovely park with lots of amenities on Morse Lake. The park is quite large…read morewith beach front, trees and green areas. The grounds are well manicured. My granddaughters loved the upscale playground with lots of climbing structures. The swings are suitable for all ages. Various merry-go-rounds were favorites. There are many nice benches, picnic tables and grills throughout the park. Accessible walkways meander through the park and across the water front. Fishermen were taking advantage of the early morning fishing along the waterfront. There are a number of places to dock your boat or launch your kayak within the park. There are a number of picnic pavilions along with the Osprey Pavilion. The Osprey Pavilion is an air conditioned building that can be reserved for holding meetings or events. There is a deck that overlooks the lake from the building. The deck needs some work. There is a beach that charges $6 per person (under 1 are free) to enter and play/swim in the lake. We had planned on letting the kid's swim, however they do not open if the air temperature is below 70 degrees and it was 68 degrees. The enclosed beach area and fence looks like it needs some updating and care. There are public restrooms that were nice except that there was no soap during our visit. There is a lot of green space to play ball sports and there is also a frisbee course and volleyball court at the park. There is no charge to enter the park (just the beach area). There is plenty of parking in several lots including accessible parking. I'm guessing that the park is crowded on weekends.

Me and my family come at least once a year for a trip with WRCC. We almost always do individual…read morekayaks as they are easier to handle. The buses and kayaks have always been clean and in good shape. The path is clear and we understand where we are able to stop and where the route ends. At the end the employees (usually young boys in HS) are helpful in pulling you onto shore or helping you up out of the kayak.

My family and I have used this company for tubing before and really appreciate that they don't make…read moreyou take the tubes up their stairs when your trip is over. This time as per usual we were told at drop off that at the end we could leave the tubes and just take our life jacket and ties up the long flight of stairs. Unfortunately when we got to the landing, Diego did not get up to help with the tubes and when I asked him if he was going to take the the tubes up as that is what I was told was going to happen, his reply was "oh, well, what did they say" and he didn't move an inch from lounging in his tube and when I pushed back, he kept saying "no, no, they don't take tubes up the stairs"...so this middle aged lady had to haul a tube up the stairs along with everything else. Not Cool

The park that truly has it ALL? Check out Forest Park…read more It has my FAVORITE playground for kids who are just starting to walk It's the perfect place to let toddlers safely explore and gain independence while playing. Bonus: kids get the added excitement of seeing real-life trains nearby They have the perfect 9-hole golf course to teach your littles--no water hazards, super beginner-friendly, and it's actually Hamilton County's oldest golf course I CANNOT wait for the pool to open!My favorite time to go is Tuesday and Thursday mornings for Tiny Tots They have such a great fenced-in toddler area and splash pad, plus a diving well and long course pool. They even do movie nights in the pool ‍ But seriously... you NEED to try the mini golf here It's ONLY $3 per person and feels like stepping back in time in the best way. The holes are fun, unique, and old-school with moving features you just don't see anymore The second playground at this park is the newer one--and it's such a win for all ages The third playground at this park is such a fun old-school option for older kids There really is nothing else quite like this around here. Pack snacks, bring the kids, and plan to stay awhile

Large park that is well maintained and has everything! To name a few: Swimming pool, mini putt putt…read moregolf course, 9 hole par-3 golf course, play pickleball, children's playground, carousel (tickets are $2.00), dog friendly, water fountain for dogs, rock climbing, splashpad, 3 pools, picnic tables, basketball, volleyball and tennis courts, bicycles for rent ($1.50 per 30 minutes), skate park train ride and so much more! It's a great place for families and everyone!

My review isn't going to do this place justice, so just go visit for yourself and experience the…read morehidden gem that is the Taylor Center of Natural History. At this Hamilton County park, you'll learn about the indigenous people who lived in this area of Indiana before you did. There are recreations of their dwellings, and informative signs that tell you a bit about who they were and what they did, and lots of interactive outdoor exhibits for you to explore. And by you, I mean kids -- this is a great place to take kids to learn about Indiana history and archeology. There's lots of outdoor space to explore. When you're ready to explore indoors, inside the Taylor Nature Center there are displays with animal skeletons, replicas of indigenous tools, a replica of a canoe and more things to learn about. The nature center also has bathrooms and water fountains (and nice air conditioning on hot days!). This park has an easy walking trail that goes through the park. It's very wide and smooth, and seems good for strollers and wheelchairs. You'll see lots of native plants and trees on your hike around Taylor Nature Center of Natural History. Hamilton County Parks offers lots of different classes that meet here at the Taylor Center. I visited once for a class about food forests, and we walked around learning about all of the edible plants that lived on the property. It was very informative and enlightening. Check their website for other classes and activities, like seed collecting, festivals and more. This is a great park to visit to learn more about the indigenous people of Indiana. It's also a great park to bring kids -- especially kids who need to move around and discover things for themselves, because there are lots of opportunities for discovery here.

Such a very cool and random place! We were camping at White River so we thought we should come…read morecheck this out. Super friendly people, awesome artifacts and tidbits of history and some very nice trails to check out!

Federal Hill Commons is Noblesville's downtown city park. While it's not woodsy with hiking trails…read moreand nature like Potter's Bridge, for example, it serves as a gathering place for community events. This is where the Noblesville Farmers Market is, as well as summer concert series and other public gatherings. It's very well maintained with plenty of greenspace to spread out. I attended a peaceful protest and we were able to socially distance with a crowd of 300+. Kids will enjoy the interactive instruments on the amphitheater stage (when a show or event isn't happening) and the modern playground. Plus, there are shade trees and picnic tables, and a lovely bathroom facility.

What a wonderful venue this is in Noblesville! I came to Federal Hill Commons to see a live…read moreconcert for the Tom Petty Tribute Band. The acoustics were terrific!! The venue itself is beautiful and has a very nice playground for kids of all ages. The stage is very well lit and huge, and it's easy to be able to see the performers from a distance. The only negative side of this performance was that it was pouring rain hard throughout the night, and I had to leave early to get home and stay dry. The free live concerts in the summertime are a huge advantage to coming to Federal Hill Commons. The parking at the Kroger across the street is another advantage because you do not have to worry about trying to find a parking space. I highly recommend anyone cone to Federal Hill Commons for a live music performance when the weather is decent. The grounds are beautiful and you will not be disappointed. You can even bring your own cooler of drinks to enjoy while watching the performance. It is a beautiful facility in Noblesville, and it is worth visiting!