Watch the foliage change with the season

The air has shifted from humid to crisp and it won’t be long until reds, oranges, and yellows paint the parks and outdoor spaces in and around the city. From Crown Hill Cemetary (pictured) to Eagle Creek Park, here are our favorite spots to watching the changing leaves in Indy.

Say Hello to Baby Animals
Conner Prairie

Enjoy front-row access to the real working farm at Conner Prairie
Encounter big life lessons about animal husbandry, life cycles, and surprising behaviors
Meet small furry friends, watch them eat, and even learn where they love to be scratched (for lambs, it's on their jaw!)

White River State Park
8 Tips to Make the Most out of WRSP

With 250 acres, a scenic canal, and multiple attractions located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, White River State Park is an oasis of fun. To make exploring easy, here are 8 ideas for making the most of your visit.

Go Ape! Treetop Adventure
Practice Your Tarzan Yell

Swing through the treetops at Eagle Creek Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the country
This course isn’t just zip lines - also enjoy rope ladders, 39 crossings such as the Log Balance, Flying Carpet, Tic Tac Toe, and two Tarzan swings
The staff will prep and train you for your treetop adventure

Race a Cheetah at the Indianapolis Zoo
Are You Faster Than a Cat?

Go head to head with a cheetah and test your running time against the fastest animal on land
Gain racing inspiration from Tony Stewart, Indiana native, animal fan, and three-time NASCAR champion
These sleek cats are one of hundreds of species found at the first triple-accredited zoo (zoo, aquarium, and botanical gardens) in the nation

Rent a Kayak and Test the Water
Eagle Creek Park

One of the nation's largest city parks
As the park's trails beckon to hikers and birders, its 1,400-acre lake - a frequent host of U.S. Rowing's National Championship - welcomes fishermen and sailors
As well as picnic areas and a swimming beach, the park offers rentals for canoes, kayaks, sailboats, pontoon boats, and pedal boats

Treetop Outpost
Conner Prairie

Escape into an outdoor world of adventure at this giant four-story treehouse
Fun areas for exploring, building, and even playing songs on outdoor instruments
Come connect with the natural materials in the world around you, disconnect from gadgets, and unplug in a beautiful wooded setting

Hotel Broad Ripple
A Contemporary Lodge

It’s small and personal, with just nine rooms nestled in Broad Ripple overlooking the Monon Trail
Each room has its own unique and distinctive design and furnishings
The Bunkhouse Lounge is open in the evenings for wine, beer, and camaraderie

Traders Point Creamery
Organic Dairy Farm and Farmstead Restaurant

Smell the fresh air, walk in the pastures, see the animals, and learn how dairy farms work
Check out the milking parlor during the evening milking of 50-60 Brown Swiss cows
Reward the family with ice cream, fresh milk, and even lunch at The Loft restaurant overlooking the farm

Running and Biking in Indy
Exercise with a view

Exploring on foot or by bicycle not only keeps you on pace for fitness goals, it is also the best way to connect and uncover the places and spaces you might otherwise miss out on.

Indy's Top Running and Biking Trails, Tours, and Races

Outdoor Exploration
Five spots to get outside

When fresh air is calling your name, Indianapolis is here to deliver. From hiking to biking to ziplining, here’s our guide to exploring the outdoors and enjoying the top parks and pubic places in Indy.

PARKS IN INDIANAPOLIS

Fort Harrison State Park
Landscape and history blend together

This 1,700-acre park offers walking trails, picnic sites, fishing access, and two national historic districts
Ride 8.2 miles of beginner to intermediate singletrack mountain biking trails
Play a Pete Dye-designed 18-hole championship golf course