Best Outdoor Activities

story by SCOTT ROBERTS, OI staff There’s lots to do at DNR properties for Hoosiers of all abilities. A granddaughter in a wheelchair with a broken leg hikes with her…

story by Glenda Winders No matter which of Indiana’s 24 state parks you visit, you’ll get a big dose of calming greenery and a bit of relaxation from the routine.…

story by JULIE CAMPBELL From the time he was a young boy scout, Bob Hart has loved hitting the trails in Indiana. Hart, who is now 81, still hikes 5…

story by GLENDA WINDERS After a winter of walking on treadmills, playing pickleball on indoor courts, and staring longingly at the golf clubs, what people want more than anything right…

story by GLENDA WINDERS The delicious experience of settling into a cozy room away from it all and close to nature just got a bit sweeter at Spring Mill State…

Hoosiers, unlock nature in 2025 with an Indiana State Park Annual Entrance Pass! The 2025 pass admits a car load of park visitors (or two motorcycles) to IDNR properties where…

story by GLENDA WINDERS It’s difficult to overstate how magical a visit to a state park in the winter can be. As enjoyable as the parks are in the summer,…

story by KARYN LOCKE The popular phrase “Rollin’ on the River” undoubtedly brings back happy memories to those who’ve experienced the fun it can bring. But what about “Cruisin’ Down…

story by GLENDA WINDERS Can you think of a better place to have your wedding than an inn at one of Indiana’s state parks? The historic and scenic lodges are…