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Fort Harrison State Park, Indianapolis, IN

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Sports & Outdoors

Fort Harrison State Park

A large state park on Indianapolis's northeast side, with trails, a golf course, and remnants of a former Army training camp.

6000 N. Post Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216 · Indianapolis, IN

About Fort Harrison State Park

This 1,700-acre park on the northeast side of Indianapolis blends natural woods and creek valleys with military history from the former Fort Benjamin Harrison grounds. Hikers, joggers, and cyclists can use several trails, including a paved route and rougher loops through upland forest. Visitors can also see the preserved Camp Glenn area and a museum covering 20th century warfare. The park offers picnic sites, fishing access to Fall Creek, a sledding hill, and an 18-hole golf course.

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