Articles tagged as: Indiana State Parks
April 22, 2025
A $10M deficit could mean dirtier restrooms, fewer lifeguards at Indiana state parks this summer
Indiana's state parks are expected to face a $10 million deficit — with only a few days left before state lawmakers finalize the budget. Without more funding, there may not be enough seasonal staff this summer.
Read MoreOctober 31, 2024
Development along the White River includes state park expansion
A long awaited expansion of the White River State Park is being realized as numerous projects along the banks of the river come together in a flurry of development.
Read MoreDecember 7, 2022
Indiana State Park ranked sixth in beauty
Brown County State Park ranks sixth in the country for its beauty according to digital publication Travel Lens.
Read MoreNovember 23, 2022
Admission to Indiana DNR properties free on Friday
Indiana state parks will have free admission Friday for “opt outside.”
Read MoreNovember 9, 2022
Spring Mill State Park Inn will be closing next week for renovations
Starting next week Spring Mill State Park in Mitchell will close its inn for renovations. The renovations are set to start Nov. 19 and end in 2024.
Read MoreAugust 19, 2022
No lifeguards, no swimming at Indiana Dunes State Park beach
For the second time in three years, a lifeguard shortage has prompted Indiana Dunes State Park to ban swimming beginning Saturday and until further notice.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2022
State parks offer volunteer opportunities as way to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
One state agency will acknowledge the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. national holiday as a day of service.
Read MoreNovember 6, 2021
17 Indiana state parks closing for 4 days of deer hunts
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources says wildlife biologists determine where the hunts are needed to ensure healthy habitats for native plants and animals.
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2021
Indiana's Brown County State Park Added To National Register
Southern Indiana's popular Brown County State Park has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, making it the states largest historic district.
Read MoreNovember 16, 2020
Some Indiana State Parks Temporarily Closing For Deer Hunts
Several Indiana state parks will temporarily close for certain upcoming days so deer management hunts can take place.
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