There is a slew of outdoor winter attractions in Indiana to keep you from staying inside all season long. If you’re willing to brave the cold or watch the weather for good days, you can get the most out of this list of seven best things to do outside in the Hoosier State. Check them out:
- Central Park Plaza
Facebook/Central Park Plaza Open through March, this covered, outdoor skating rink is open day and night for fun no matter the time of day. At night, the rink is lit up with fun lights and music plays. Click here to learn more about this attraction.
- Hayes Arboretum
Facebook/Hayes Arboretum Activities at this park are free to the public and take place all year, including during the winter. In addition to fun events for kids, there are also trails open during the winter that make for excellent hikes. Learn more about it all here.
- Hiking Trails
Facebook/McCormick’s Creek State Park Going for a walk is one of the best ways to get outdoors. Even ten minutes each day can really make a difference in your overall health. You can start by walking your neighborhood streets or visiting one of the state’s best parks. Click here for seven of the best hiking trails in Indiana for winter.
- Natural Valley Ranch
Facebook/Natural Valley Ranch Go horseback riding through the snow for an unforgettable winter day at this fabulous attraction. You’ll never want to stay cooped up in your home again once you enjoy this inspiring experience. Get more details about how to ride here.
- Paoli Peaks
Facebook/Paoli Peaks - Ski Ride Tube With ten lanes for snow-tubing, this unique ski lodge is a marvelous spot that gets all ages outdoors. It is open until mid-March for winter fun activities. Click here for more details.
- The Ice at Center Green
Facebook/The Ice at Center Green Open through early March, this ice skating rink is a beautiful outdoor activity located in central Indiana. Guests enjoy lovely views of a downtown area as well as events throughout the season. Learn more about what takes goes on at this attraction here.
- Pokagon State Park
TripAdvisor/management This year-round attraction is just as popular in the winter as it is in the summer due to the toboggan slide. This long, historic slide allows for excellent views of nature. Click here for more details.
For more things to do this winter, check out these seven winter retreats in Indiana that make for the best getaways.
Facebook/Central Park Plaza
Open through March, this covered, outdoor skating rink is open day and night for fun no matter the time of day. At night, the rink is lit up with fun lights and music plays. Click here to learn more about this attraction.
Facebook/Hayes Arboretum
Activities at this park are free to the public and take place all year, including during the winter. In addition to fun events for kids, there are also trails open during the winter that make for excellent hikes. Learn more about it all here.
Facebook/McCormick’s Creek State Park
Going for a walk is one of the best ways to get outdoors. Even ten minutes each day can really make a difference in your overall health. You can start by walking your neighborhood streets or visiting one of the state’s best parks. Click here for seven of the best hiking trails in Indiana for winter.
Facebook/Natural Valley Ranch
Go horseback riding through the snow for an unforgettable winter day at this fabulous attraction. You’ll never want to stay cooped up in your home again once you enjoy this inspiring experience. Get more details about how to ride here.
Facebook/Paoli Peaks - Ski Ride Tube
With ten lanes for snow-tubing, this unique ski lodge is a marvelous spot that gets all ages outdoors. It is open until mid-March for winter fun activities. Click here for more details.
Facebook/The Ice at Center Green
Open through early March, this ice skating rink is a beautiful outdoor activity located in central Indiana. Guests enjoy lovely views of a downtown area as well as events throughout the season. Learn more about what takes goes on at this attraction here.
TripAdvisor/management
This year-round attraction is just as popular in the winter as it is in the summer due to the toboggan slide. This long, historic slide allows for excellent views of nature. Click here for more details.
What other outdoor winter attractions do you like to do this time of year? Share your favorites with us below in the comments.
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Address: 55 Napoleon St, Valparaiso, IN 46383, USAAddress: 10 Center Green, Carmel, IN 46032, USAAddress: Natural Valley Ranch, 6310 County Rd 350 N, Brownsburg, IN 46112, USAAddress: Hayes Arboretum Rd, Richmond, IN 47374, USAAddress: Paoli Peaks, 2798 W County Rd 25 S, Paoli, IN 47454, USAAddress: Pokagon State Park, Park Office:, 450 Ln 100 Lake James, Angola, IN 46703, USA
