Parks & Greenways - Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation

We manage and maintain more than 500 park acres. Throughout Carmel, you will find 13 parks and 4 greenways. In partnership with the Indiana Wildlife Federation (IWF), we are the first park system in the state of Indiana to be certified as wildlife and habitat-friendly.

For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, please follow these rules and courtesies:

Parks are open from sunrise to sunset, except for approved activities.
Parks are tobacco, e-cigarettes, vaping, alcohol and drug-free zones.
Help keep your parks beautiful, safe and fun!

Choose an Activity

Carey Grove Park

This 5-acre park neighborhood playground features a 1/2 basketball court and softball backstop.

Central Dog Park

A park just for your four-legged friends!

Central Park

161 acres of greenspace, soft-surface/paved trails and picnic areas.

Cherry Tree Park

Featuring open greenspace making it the perfect spot to throw a frisbee or fly a kite.

Flowing Well Park

Fill up on the best water in Carmel and take a stroll along the nature trails.

Founders Park

Great for a walk, picnic, and a kids' play!

Greyhound Trail

Get your hiking shoes ready for a scenic trail walk!

Hagan-Burke Trail

Paved paths connect to other trails and nature.

Hazel Landing Park

An 18-hole disc golf, fishing, trails, and greenspace offer fun for all!

Lawrence W. Inlow Park

Time for a visit to the splash pad and a family picnic!

Lenape Trace Park

Perfect for a picnic or stroll in the park.

Meadowlark Park

Play a pick-up game of basketball or bring your fishing pole!

Monon Greenway

Rent a Zagster bike here!

Prairie Meadow Park

Enjoy the prairie grass along this quarter-mile trail stroll!

River Heritage Park

A playground, shelter and sand volleyball are available in one spot!

West Park

Ampitheater, 2+ miles of trails and more make this park a must visit!

White River Greenway

Paved trails make this wooded nature walk a perfect outing!

Photoshoot Application

Looking to take professional photos in our park system or within any of our facilities?

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Carmel Trails and Bike Routes

Carmel is bike friendly, so it’s easy to make a day of exploring our city and parks!

With multiple trails to navigate, grab your bike and get moving to your next adventure!

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General Park Rules

For safety and enjoyment of everyone, please follow these rules and courtesies

PARK OPEN SUNRISE TO SUNSET EXECPT FOR APPROVED ACTIVITIES
PARKS ARE TOBACCO, ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE ZONES
HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS BEAUTIFUL
- Bag and dispose of pet waste
- Place all litter in appropriate trash containers
- Drive and park only on roadways and designated parking areas
- Wildlife and vegetation should not be disturbed
HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS SAFE
- Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, spray parks, water features or buildings
- Adult supervision recommended for children in playgrounds and spray parks
- Report inappropriate conduct to Carmel Police
- Motorized vehicles are not permitted on trails or park grounds
- Fires are permitted only in permanent park-provided grills
- Swimming, wading and ice fishing are not permitted
- Skateboards, bicycles, and rollerblades are not permitted in shelters, buildings or on playgrounds
HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS FUN!
- Keep all pets leashed
- Exercise pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet
- Avoid playing loud music that disturbs others
- Soliciting or use of park for profit is prohibited without a permit
- Help keep wildlife wild – Please do not feed water fowl or wild animal

For the full list of park rules, please click here.

Report inappropriate conduct to Carmel Police: 317.571.2580
Report maintenance concerns to Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation: 317.573.4044