There are 24 state parks across Indiana, and you can get into all of them for free for one day only!

Indiana State Parks

Indiana is full of some seriously gorgeous state parks. According to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, there are 24 state parks in the Hoosier state, which means there is plenty to see and do throughout the state.

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We are lucky to have a few state parks within a short driving distance of Evansville, and if you want a fun way to check them out without breaking the bank, mark your calendar for Sunday, May 4th!

May the 4th Be With You and May You Enjoy Indiana State Parks

May 4th may be known as Star Wars Day, but it's also the day that Indiana DNR has chosen to waive admission fees for all Indiana State Parks. Warmer weather is finally here, and there's no better way to celebrate than enjoying nature at a state park.

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Celebrate the Start of Outdoor Recreation Season

The Indiana DNR has several events welcoming the return of the outdoor recreation season, happening all across the state this weekend. The events include free admission to state parks on May 4th.

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Celebrate the start of the outdoor recreation season with free admission to all Indiana State Parks properties on Sunday, May 4, the second day of Welcome Weekend and the opening day of Visit Indiana Week.
“We’re excited to welcome back longtime visitors, and we also warmly invite anyone who’s never visited,” said Ginger Murphy, deputy director of Indiana State Parks.
Find an Indiana State Parks property and what’s new there at on.IN.gov/stateparks. If you’ve never visited, on.IN.gov/dnr-welcome offers helpful tips.

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They are also offering discounts on camping and State Park Inns as well, you can check out more about those discounts here.