General Information
Holliday Park and Nature Center6363 Spring Mill Road(317) 327-7180
Joe Schmid, Park Manager
DirectionsDownload a park map
Park Hours
Dawn to DuskNature Center Hours Mon. - Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Description
One of Indianapolis' oldest parks, Holliday Park is located along the banks of the White River and encompasses 95 acres of woodland and trails. As a major urban resource, it features an arboretum, native prairie, extensive ornamental and native gardens, along with a playground, picnic area and Nature Center.
Holliday Park is one of the most environmentally diverse, yet accessible, tracts of land within Marion County. The wooded area contains natural springs and wetlands, a pond, a long stretch of the White River, a beech-maple forest, and over 400 species of trees, shrubs and wildflowers. Bird watchers have spotted more than 200 species while hiking the two miles of trails that wind through the forest. In addition, deer, fox, beaver, rabbits, squirrels and many other native animals reside in or pass through the Park's heavily wooded ravines.
Educational Programs at the Nature Center
The professional staff at Holliday Park offer a wide variety of environmental education programs. Whether you are a teacher or scout leader looking to bring your group for a field trip, or a parent searching for a fun adventure for your family, we have a program that you'll love! Check out the Indy Parks Fun Guide, visit www.hollidaypark.org or click on the link below for a complete list of our winter and spring program offerings.
Holliday Park Winter-Spring 2012 Program Brochure.pdf
Facility Rental
The Holliday Park Nature Center provides a unique venue for corporate retreats, birthday parties, family reunions and more! Check out the Holliday Park Nature Center Rental Information link to learn more, then call 327-7180 to reserve your room today!
Holliday Park Nature Center Rental Details.pdfFriends of Holliday Park
Friends of Holliday Park
The Friends of Holliday Park is a private, non-profit organization committed to preserving and enhancing Holliday Park. For more information on the Friends, please call 475-9482 or visit www.hollidaypark.org
Amenities
- Nature Center with interactive exhibit hall and live animals
- Newly renovated playground
- Picnic tables (25)
- Three miles of hiking trails with access to the White River
- Extensive arboretum with over 1,000 labeled trees