- 500 S Greenlawn Ave.
South Bend’s first zoo, the South Bend Zoo, began as a modest duck pond in Leeper Park in 1902. In 1921, the Potawatomi Zoo was established in Potawatomi Park, where it continues to exist today. As one of the oldest zoos in Indiana, the Potawatomi Zoo is rich in history and building a promising…
- 202 E. 6th Street
See the natural beauty of the land and explore the home that first inspired Gene Stratton-Porter, a Hoosier author, naturalist and photographer.
- 115 Lake Shore Dr.
Located on the southern shoreline of beautiful Lake Michigan since 1928, the Zoo is spread out over 15 acres. Its natural hillside terrain, meandering tree-covered pathways, and historical WPA (Works Progress Administration) structures enhance your visit as you discover the wonders of the natural…
- 1205 Pleasant Point
After Gene Stratton-Porter was saddened by the draining of the Limberlost Swamp, she decided to build the "Cabin at Wildlife Woods" in 1914. With over 148 acres of prairies, gardens, woods, lakes, and wetlands, Gene fell in love with the property on Sylvan Lake. The Carriage House Visitor Center…
- 1803 S. 700 W.
The Nature Conservancy introduced a herd of 23 wild bison from South Dakota to Kankakee Sands in 2016. The herd has grown steadily as the Bison give birth to calves, and more are brought from South Dakota. They happily roam free in the 1,060-acre pasture at Kankakee Sands, where the herd is now…
- 4930 E. State Road 201
Ouabache is the French spelling of a Miami Indian word and is simply pronounced "Wabash," like the river that forms the southwest boundary of Ouabache State Park. There is fishing, hiking and camping, and a bicycle greenway connects the park to Bluffton.
- 1100 N Mineral Springs Road
Indiana Dunes National Park is a treasure of diverse natural resources located within an urban setting. the park is comprised of more than 15,000 acres of dunes, oak savannas, swamps, bogs, marshes, prairies, rivers and forests. It contains fifteen miles of Lake Michigan shoreline spanning the…
- 450 Lane 100 Lake James
Enjoy beautiful Lake James when you visit Pokagon State Park in Angola. You can stay in the fishing lodge-themed Potawatomi Inn, which is next to the Midwest's only refrigerated toboggan run (come back in the winter to enjoy that). Fun fact: this park is named after Leopold and Simon Pokagon, two…
- 4112 E. State Road 225
Newest state park with dramatic prairie & restored wet slopes called fens. Hiking/bicycle trails, summer nature/history programs. Camping & shelters. Prophetstown is located where the Tippecanoe River meets the Wabash near the town of Battle Ground northeast of Lafayette. The park's landscape has…
- 25601 State Road 4
A variety of natural habitats await at Potato Creek State Park, including the 327-acre Worster Lake, old fields, mature woodlands, restored prairies and diverse wetlands. Bring your horse for the bridle trails or fishing poles for the lake. Canoe rental is also available.
- 1915 Cassopolis St
It's history but just way more super. The Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum is the world's only superhero and comic museum. Marvel and DC fans alike will be in heaven as visitors can find iconic props and comics, including Adam West's personal Batman costume, Captain America's shield used by Chris…
- 1950 N Clinton St
Kids can spark their imagination at Science Central! This hands-on science museum in Fort Wayne is full of fun educational experiences, including a static electricity demonstration, liquid nitrogen experiment, optical illusions, and so much more. Their Science on A Sphere exhibit, a six-foot globe…
- 4004 E 800 N
Located in Greater Lafayette, Wolf Park is an education, conservation and research facility. Take a tour and see the grey wolves, red foxes, grey foxes, and bison that call Wolf Park home.
- 856 N 600 E.
Escape to the country with outdoor fun, food and learning where you can explore family farms and reconnect with nature animals and our planet.
- 450 West 100 North
This 330-acre arboretum is a preserve of prairie, forest and wetland terrain and is home to an incredible model railway garden, which will capture the imagination of young and old.
- 1011 N Main St
When you're in Elkhart, Indiana, making a beeline to Wellfield Botanic Gardens is a must. The ideal respite from a busy day, the gardens are fun for families, couples, or even solo travelers.
