Eagle Creek Earth Discovery — Attraction in Indianapolis

Great nature center with many exhibits of live animals and plants as well as interactive exhibits focused on simple (and fairly advanced) aspects of local environment. Friendly staff are always willing to help and teach at learner's level. Especially recommend the live bee hive and tadpole touch pond. Wheelchair and stroller users will appreciate then powered door; there is also an elevator and accessible bathrooms. The library is great for an indoor view for reading or writing. A large activity room hsots events throughout the year. No fees beyond park entry. Several trails take off from here and there is foot and small boat water access at this location as well. Would recommend allotting 45 minutes to 3 hours to explore the...

It is a great place to feel like you escaped from the city for a while. I would try to plan a trip there when it is not a weekend or holiday due to crowding though. I preferred the old way the park was, with real log cabin style buildings but it is great to take kids or people that don't want the whole weekend in a tent experience. They offer a lot of wilderness education for the young...

Beautiful year round city park which sits on Eagle Creek/Reservoir with defined trails easy to 6 miles long. Walking and bike lanes. Earth Discovery and Ornithology centers highlight the animals, reptiles, fish and many bird species that inhabit the park. Activities for children and families are seasonal. Check out the Eagle Creek Website for more...