Girl in pool

Your Destination for Summer Fun

The Waterpark in Carmel is open daily 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

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Girl on elliptical in the fitness center at the Monon Community Center in Carmel, Indiana

Join the Monon Community Center

For just $44/month get access to it all - 100+ weekly group fitness classes, fitness center, track, indoor aquatics + KidZone.

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Ballerina

Fall Program Registration Opens Aug. 1

Click here to explore all fall program offerings!

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Bird

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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Meadowlark Park

Reimagining Parks

Updates are coming to six parks throughout the community. Explore upcoming improvements.

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Kids in masks

COVID-19 Information

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

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Memberships start at $44/month All You. All Access. 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.

picnic at a park
Video Play Button Reimagining Parks since 1991. See + hear how.
Press Release

Reopening Celebration for Flowing Well Park

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
  Join us as we celebrate the official reopening of the reimagined Flowing Well Park.  The park's renovations were made possible by the Clay
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Press Release

Inlow Park to Close for Planned Improvements

// Written By: Lindsay Labas
Lawrence W. Inlow Park to Close for Planned Improvements  Park Updates through Clay Township Impact Program Investment   Carmel, Ind.
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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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Moth
Parks + Sustainability

All About Moths

// Written By: Joanna Scott
All About Moths Celebrate National Moth Week with CCPR!   Happy National Moth Week! This week celebrates the habitat, life cycle, and beautiful
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Stacy
Fitness + Wellness

Member Spotlight: Stacy F.

// Written By: Jylian Riches
Member Spotlight: Stacy F. How this beach volleyball player uses the MCC to stay fit all year-round!    One word to describe Stacy? Active! She
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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.