Most Sundays, I take long, all-weather hikes along the White River. My favorite spot is Southwestway Park on the southwest side of Indianapolis. It’s quiet, especially in rainy or cold […]
Accessibility
General Park Accessibility
Area parks and communities are passionate about providing access to the White River to as many people as possible, and promoting an accessible recreational and cultural environment that encourages a unique sense of place for the entire community. Below is a list of key accessible features of Central Indiana’s parks.
Family, Community, Museum, or Nature Center
These parks offer accessible gathering spaces:
Trails & Views
Trails
These parks have paved or compacted stone, ADA-compliant trails. Note that not all trails in these parks are necessarily accessible, but at least one is:
River Overlook or Views
These parks provide views of the White River, either from accessible riverside trails or overlook platforms:
Fishing & Boating
Boat Dock
These parks offer an accessible boat dock during normal river conditions:
Fishing Platform or Pier
These parks offer an accessible platform from which you can fish in the White River during normal river conditions:
Play
Playground
These parks have at least one accessible playground or structure:
Pool/Water Feature
These parks offer an accessible swimming pool, splash pad, or other water feature during the warm season:
Parking
These parks have a parking lot that is either paved or compacted stone with dedicated disabled parking spaces:
Restrooms
These parks have permanent, ADA-compliant restrooms open at least during daylight hours:
Other Accessibility Features and Information
Accessibility means more than physical access and infrastructure. For specific questions regarding auditory, visual or cognitive needs please reach out to us.
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