Walks & nature
Walking trails in Terre Haute & Vigo County
Compare a short accessible route, a woodland walk and longer trail networks, with practical questions to settle before you leave.
Read the guideYOUR WABASH VALLEY FIELD GUIDE
Find your next
favorite place outside.
Explore 47 parks, trails and outdoor destinations across Vigo County, Indiana.
MAKE A DAY OF IT
A few good ways to get outside.
Family outings
Playgrounds & family park days in Vigo County
Choose a playground stop, pair play with a picnic or nature program, and check the details that make a family outing easier.
Read the guideCamping & longer stays
Camping near Terre Haute: compare three county parks
Compare Fowler, Hawthorn and Prairie Creek, then check campsite services, dates and the final cost with the official booking provider.
Read the guideWeekend ideas
Plan a weekend outdoors in Terre Haute
Build your own park day around nature, play, a bike ride or an upcoming event, with flexible alternatives for your group.
Read the guideA FEW PLACES TO START
Find a new favorite.
Lake at Hawthorn Park · 2025 · Photo: Samdamanfr
Hawthorn Park
Walk beside Burns Lake, explore the labyrinth, or settle in for a campground stay.
Explore Hawthorn ParkPond at Dobbs Park · 2025 · Photo: Samdamanfr
Dobbs Park
Explore woodland trails, visit the nature center, or pause beside the pond.
Explore Dobbs Park
Collett Park pavilion · 2011 · Photo: Nyttend
Collett Park
Tree-lined paths, playgrounds and picnic shelters for an afternoon outside.
Explore Collett ParkA LITTLE PLANNING. MORE TIME OUTSIDE.
Make it a park day.
Pick your place, check the details, and leave some room to explore.
PUT IT ON THE CALENDAR
Coming up outdoors.
Oct16
Seasonal
Fireworks at Fowler Park
Fowler Park · Time to be confirmed by organizer
Not published in the calendar; ask the organizer
Event detailsOct17
Workshop
Intermediate Blacksmithing at Fowler
Fowler Park · 9:00 AM–1:00 PM Eastern
$60 registration
Event detailsListings are checked against organizer announcements. Confirm changes and availability with the organizer.
KEEP EXPLORING
A city park with a story.
Looking for Deming Park? It’s a City of Terre Haute park. Our companion guide covers its places, photographs and visitor essentials.
Explore Deming Park