Making an impact in our community.
Thanks to the Clay Township Impact Program, Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation is helping improve the community with a focus on parks and public safety. This program will provide benefits for all township residents, schools and businesses and will make our community a better place to live, work and play.
One of the primary initiatives of this program is updating and enhancing existing parks by making them more accessible, safer and available year-round. The Clay Township Trustee and Board Members have been entrusted with making our township a safer and more enjoyable place to live. They have been tasked with providing vital services to our community and this program is an important part of how they serve the residents of our township.
We welcome feedback at any time on the proposed plans and throughout this process.
Please fill out the Reimagining Parks Feedback Form at the bottom of this page to share your feedback.
Chinese Garden
The Chinese Garden honors the Carmel-Xiangyang Sister City initiative, which was created in 2012 to promote educational and cultural exchange between the City of Carmel and the city of Xiangyang, China. CCPR is partnering with Dr. Yiwei Huang and Purdue University students in the landscape architecture program, including a Carmel High School graduate, to develop plans for a Chinese Garden.
Thomas Marcuccilli Nature Park
Undeveloped parkland, currently closed to the public
Thomas Marcuccilli Nature Park was acquired in November 2021. The 63-acre undeveloped property is currently in the master plan process.
Thomas Marcuccilli Nature Park Master Plan
Thomas Marcuccilli Nature Park Master Plan Appendices
Watch the Oct. 11 Master Plan Presentation
May 5 Public Open House Presentation
Bear Creek Park
Undeveloped parkland, currently closed to the public
Bear Creek Park was acquired in September 2020. The master plan for the 27-acre property was adopted in June 2022. Over the next several years the park will be developed.
West Park – Reimagined + Open
West Park was reimagined thanks to the Clay Township Impact Program and is now open to the public. The projected budget for this park’s upgrades is $6.2m. Upgrades include a new playground and splash pad. Take a look back at some of the documents we released throughout the construction process:
West Park Master Plan Elementary-Age Focus Group Meeting
River Heritage Park – Reimagined + Open
River Heritage Park was reimagined thanks to the Clay Township Impact Program and is now open to the public. Upgrades included a new playground, accessible trails and White River overlooks. Take a look back at some of the documents we released throughout the construction process:
White River Corridor
We are currently in planning stages for enhancements along the White River in Carmel, including an expansion of the White River Greenway. This includes the development of funding strategies for a new White River Ecology/Education Center in partnership with Conner Prairie. All proposed projects are closely aligned with the regionally developed White River Plan.
– White River Greenway Expansion
– River Ecology/Education Center
– Parkland Acquisition
Meadowlark Park – Reimagined + Open
Meadowlark Park was reimagined thanks to the Clay Township Impact Program and is now open to the public. Upgrades included a new playground, year-round restrooms, two new shelters, a larger parking lot, four pickleball courts, a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier (still under construction), an accessible boardwalk, and new interpretive signage. Take a look back at some of the documents we released throughout the construction process:
Lawrence W. Inlow Park – Reimagined + Open
Inlow Park was reimagined thanks to the Clay Township Impact Program and is now open to the public. Updates included a new splash pad, two pickleball courts, new picnic shelters, year-round restrooms, and expanded parking. Take a look back at some of the documents we release throughout the construction process:
Carey Grove Park – Reimagined + Open
Carey Grove Park was reimagined thanks to the Clay Township Impact Program and is now open to the public. Upgrades included two new playground structures, designed by Kompan, year-round restrooms, a larger parking lot, and trails. Take a look back at some of the documents we released throughout the construction process:
Design + Progress Park Rendering Playground Rendering FAQs Reopening News Release Closure News Release Reimagining Carey Grove Park Explore Reimagined Carey Grove Park Blog
Flowing Well Park – Reimagined + Open
Flowing Well Park was reimagined thanks to the Clay Township Impact Program and is now open to the public. Upgrades included Cool Creek bank stabilization, year-round restrooms, a larger parking lot, and trails. Take a look back at some of the documents we released throughout the construction process:
Design + Progress FAQs Learn About Flowing Well Park Park Updates with Councilor Aasen Reopening News Release Closure News Release Reimagining Flowing Well Park Explore Reimagined Flowing Well Park Blog
