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Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation
West Park
West Park was reimagined with a brand new playground and splash pad in 2022, and the centerpiece is an enormous tube slide accessed from a climbing tower.
Jaclyn Keifer said: West park in Carmel Indiana rests on 120 acres and the play space is newer. In the front of the park is a pond with a boardwalk. There are multiple trails one of which zigzags up the hill which is perfect for bikes and is paved for strollers. There is a ton of open space for frisbees and the trails also lead to a wooded/marsh space that my kids love throughout the year. All of the trails are stroller friendly.
Carmel, IN
1 review
speedwayin.gov
Meadowood Park
Meadowood Park has two playgrounds, a climbing rock area, sand volleyball courts, baseball diamonds and a walking trail in a tree-filled area with plenty of shade.
Mommyx3 (Monique H) said: One of the best parks located in the Speedway area. It has two parks, one larger for bigger children and a smaller one for smaller children/babies. There is also a great trail for nature walks, running, or working out (my main use lol). They also have a soccer field and ball park connected. I love the fact there is something for everyone to enjoy, and during the summer time the ice cream truck always stops by :)
Indianapolis, IN
1 review
guilfordtownship.com/
Hummel Park
Hummel Park has some of the best playgrounds near Indianapolis, including a huge and modern play structure with plenty of options to climb, swing and slide. There are trails, lakes, disc golf and a splash pad for families to enjoy.
Plainfield, IN
0 reviews
Williams Park
Williams Park includes the enormous Blast Off Playground which is a space-themed wooden playground containing tons of areas to climb, slide and hide. The Watermill splash pad is open seasonally and a great stop to cool off and get wet.
Brownsburg, IN
0 reviews
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