Summer Road Trips IN Central Indiana

Whether you like the fast times of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway or the relaxed surroundings of nature, you can find it all in Central Indiana this summer. You can catch a baseball game, discover historical sites, or eat some fried food at the State Fair. Grab some ice cream and keep cool this summer in Central Indiana.

Locations

  • 3968 N Xavier Rd.

Badlands Off Road Park is a one stop destination for adventure. Packed with 1,400+ acres of multi-directional, diverse terrain, you'll find sand dunes, gravel, mud, and rocks with trails and terrain to challenge all types and skill levels of drivers.

  • 3000 N Meridian St

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis wows guests of all ages with five floors and nearly half a million square feet of hands-on permanent displays and traveling exhibits. Kids will love stepping back into the dinosaur age, playing sports, watching science come to life, and more.

  • 1161 E 1000 S

Meet the friendly herd at Clifty Creek Alpacas, where scenic pastures, soft noses, and charming farm experiences invite you to slow down and savor Indiana’s welcoming countryside. Check out their farm tours and lesson in processing fiber, spinning, felting, and weaving.

  • 13400 Allisonville Rd

Conner Prairie invites guests to actively experience the connection between Indiana in the distant past and today. One of the most spacious places to stop on I-69 in Indiana, this spot highlights the exciting intersections of history, nature, art, science, and technology. Here you can explore 11…

  • 2221 E Ashboro Rd.

The Exotic Feline Rescue Center is a nationally recognized leader in big cat rescue, conservation, care and education. They are home to about 150 exotic felines and one of the largest rescue centers in the U.S. Being a 501 (C) 3 NOT FOR PROFIT organization we depend upon the public to care for these…

Grant County native Jim Davis is the creator of Garfield the Cat. The world’s favorite fat cat calls it home with more than a dozen statues celebrating the famous feline. The trail features Garfield in fun outfits and poses, all great for family photo ops and memories.

  • 10700 Bono Rd.

Griffin Bike Park is on the bucket-list of a lot bike riders around the entire globe! The park provides a full spectrum of biking experiences for beginners up to professional riders. Over 16 miles of single track twist in and around the terrain of Vigo County. The LZ Terrain Park features a variety…

  • 6501 W. Honey Lane

Honey is truly amazing, and visitors can experience the extraction and bottling of this year’s crop firsthand. Enjoy free tours, delicious offerings at the Honey Café, and a full array of family-friendly activities.

  • 1202 E. 38th St.

Experience one of Indiana’s annual summer traditions at the Indiana State Fair! Held each year in Indianapolis, the fair brings together classic family fun, unique attractions, and a vibrant celebration of Hoosier heritage. First hosted in 1852, it’s one of the oldest state fairs in the nation and…

  • 501 W Maryland St

The Indianapolis Indians are a Minor League Baseball team of the International League and the Triple-A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates. They are located in Indianapolis, Indiana, and play their home games at Victory Field, which opened in 1996.

  • 1200 W Washington St.

Pet sharks, view dolphins, feed giraffes, touch elephants, experience nature and learn how to save it at the Indianapolis Zoo.

  • 4306 Mounds Road

Mounds State Park features 10 earthworks built by prehistoric Indians known as the Adena-Hopewell people. Visitors enjoy camping and hiking here, in addition to seeing and learning about the mounds. Look carefully for dragonfly species only found in this area.

  • 6310 E. CR 350 N.

Spend a day at Natural Valley Ranch in Brownsburg, Indiana where family fun and hands-on experiences await.

  • 8121 E. Park Road

Two of the trails at Turkey Run State Park were voted first and second place among all Indiana trails. Explore the deep sandstone ravines, walk along stands of aged forests, and enjoy the scenic views along Sugar Creek. It’s always fun to cross the suspension bridge, too. Turkey Run has horseback…

  • 4000 N Michigan Rd

No trip to Indianapolis would be complete without snapping a selfie in front of Robert Indiana’s iconic LOVE sculpture at Newfields. Then enjoy walking through art exhibits highlighting multiple artists and cultures.

  • 4010 US-52

A recently opened 5-mile bike park in Lebanon with trails designed for NICA sanctioned racing. There are four riding areas for various levels of riders' skills.

  • 65 Waterfall Rd

Thistlethwaite Falls was rated one of the top waterfalls in Indiana! A short hike, this section of the Whitewater River is a beautiful stop on the road.

  • 15298 W County Road 350 N

Redbird is full of many miles of off-road vehicle trails. The property sits on 1,400 acres of former surface and underground coal mine land. The unique history creates a diverse set of features and challenges for all ORV lovers. A ride up Powerline Hill, pictured above, is one of the best thrills in…

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