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The Waterpark is Open for the Season!

The Waterpark in Carmel is your destination for safe fun in the sun.

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Socially-distanced group fitness classes at the Monon Community Center

The Monon Community Center is Open for Fitness!

Get in a worry-free workout at the Fitness Center, reserve a spot in a group fitness class or dive into the lap pool. Become a member today!

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Summer Program Registration is Open

Click here to explore all summer program offerings!

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Think Global, Act Local

CCPR works to create balance in our parks, our backyards and around the world. Learn how you can be part of the movement!

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COVID-19 Information

Health and safety of our community is our number one priority. Updated 5.28.2021

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Reimagining Parks

We’re growing our parks through reimagination. Learn more about the six parks we’re “reimagining!”

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Memberships start at $44/month Open for Fitness Get a whole summer of fun! Explore The Waterpark

Explore + Learn

We serve the community, develop existing resources and create a sustainable future. View videos below to learn more about us or stay up-to-date on recent happenings by reading through some blogs and news releases.

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Video Play Button Reimagining Parks since 1991. See + hear how.
Press Release

CCPR to host Monon Mixer Events this Summer

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation to host Monon Mixer Events this Summer Adults-only, after-hours events at The Waterpark    Carmel, Ind.
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Press Release

The Waterpark to Open Memorial Day Weekend

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
The Waterpark to Open Memorial Day Weekend Carmel, Ind. (May 26, 2021) — The Waterpark in Carmel, located at 1195 Central Park Dr. W,
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Press Release

Reimagined Flowing Well Park Opens April 30

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
Reimagined Flowing Well Park Opens April 30 at Noon Destination park received a full refresh     Carmel, Ind. (April 29, 2021) – Flowing
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Parks + Sustainability

Impacts of Invasive Species

// Written By: Joanna Scott
Impacts of Invasive Species What is an invasive species? Why do they matter? Learn about all that and more in honor of Invasive Species Awareness
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Flowing Well Park
Parks + Sustainability

Explore the Newly Reimagined Flowing Well Park 

// Written By: Jylian Riches
Explore the Newly Reimagined Flowing Well Park  Here are the tops 5 things you won’t want to miss!   Flowing Well Park is located at 5100 E
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About Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation

We manage and maintain more than 500 park acres and numerous recreation facilities, including the Monon Community Center and The Waterpark. In addition, we have partnered with Carmel Clay Schools to establish Extended School Enrichment (ESE), a before and after-school care program for K-6 students located at all 11 Carmel elementary schools. The Summer Camp Series is a component of ESE that offers 12 different summer camps accommodating children ages 5-15.

People working out on ellipticals in the fitness center at the Monon Community Center
Monon Community Center Your one-stop shop for health and wellness.
Kids playing in the kiddie pool at The Waterpark at the MCC in Carmel
The Waterpark Your 3.5-acre aquatic experience.
Girls reading at Extended School Enrichment (ESE) - before and after school child care
Extended School Enrichment A before- and after-school program open to all children enrolled in K-6 with Carmel Clay Schools.
Girls looking at a toad in a nature program
Programs for Everyone! Offering recreation opportunities in sports, nature, enrichment, arts and crafts, and more.
Girl painting in a Creative Arts program
Summer Camp Series Offering all day and half-day camps with themes including art, theatre, sports, nature and science.
Woman riding a bike with her dog on the Monon Greenway
Parks & Greenways Certified wildlife friendly and habitat friendly park system with 17 parks and greenways.