COLLETT PARK

Maple Ave. & N 7th St., Terre Haute, IN

Collett Park is located on the corner of 7th & Maple Avenue. This park is listed on the National Register of Historical Places, dedicated in 1883. Collett hosts an indoor rental facility, perfect for showers, birthdays or receptions, as well as outdoor shelters with nearby restroom facilities. Collett also has a playground, tennis courts, horseshoe pits and football/soccer fields.

DEMING PARK

500 S. Fruitridge Ave., Terre Haute, IN

Covering more than 177 acres, Deming Park is the largest park in the Terre Haute Parks system. It is home to the Torner Center, Oakley Playground, a public pool, an 18-hole disc golf course and a variety of sport facilities including basketball and tennis courts, and soccer and softball fields.

DOBBS PARK

5170 E Poplar St., Terre Haute, IN

On the east side of Terre Haute is the unique city park of Dobbs Park. In addition to a nature center and a Native American Museum with an heirloom garden, Dobbs also features a 3 acre pond, a restored prairie, a butterfly garden, shelters for rent, and 3 miles of trails which will take you past restored wetlands, through pine woods, old growth and second growth forest as well as a 25 acre State Nature Preserve.

FAIRBANKS PARK

1110 Girl Scout Ln., Terre Haute, IN

Fairbanks Park is located on the banks of the Wabash River and is the site of many events and festivals throughout the year. Fairbanks also has several outdoor shelters available for rental, as well as a gazebo and the amphitheater which is perfect for concerts, plays, etc.  Enjoy the playground and the boating and fishing opportunities on the Wabash.

FOWLER PARK

3000 E Oregon Church Rd., Terre Haute, IN

This county park features a lake with a swimming beach, boat ramp, trails, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, and a pioneer village. Its campground sites at the lake's edge have 53 electrical hookups including a pull-thru,14 primitive/tent sites, modern shower houses, and fishing. Campsites also have a fire ring and picnic table at each site.

Barbecue Grills

Campgrounds

Boating

Fire Pits

Playground

Fishing

Horseshoe Pits

Shelters

Shower Houses

Swimming Beach

GRIFFIN BIKE PARK

10700 Bono Rd., Terre Haute, IN

The Griffin Bike Park is a project of the Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department with more than 18 miles of purpose built trail system, seven specialized riding areas, ten national level racing and competition venues, and more with destination tourism amenities. 

The 300-acre park has been recognized for its design with awards from both state and national park & recreation organizations, along with recognition from regional and national mountain biking organizations.

Bike Trails

Bike Maintenance Stations

Drop Zone

Dual Slalom

Floating Trail

Jump Lines

Kids Track

Lake Jump

Pump Tracks

Skills Park

XC Eliminator Course

HAWTHORN PARK

6067 E Old Maple Ave., Terre Haute, IN

This county park features a lake with a swimming beach, boat ramp, trails, archery range, a labyrinth, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, and a softball/volleyball field. Its campground sites feature 75 electrical hookups including 7 pull-thru,10 primitive/tent sites, modern shower houses, and fishing. Campsites also have a fire ring and picnic table at each site.

MARKLE MILL PARK (OLD MILL DAM)

5000 Mill Dam Road, North Terre Haute, IN

Markle Mill Park consists of 8 acres. Markle Mill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Only the dam and remnants of the 1816 Markle grist-sawmill foundation remain. According to history buffs, the mill was the longest operating gristmill east of the Mississippi River. The park has basically been left in its natural state. The waterfall over the dam, the sound of the flowing water, and other aesthetic qualities of the park attract fishermen and history buffs. A gazebo with tables and benches gives visitors a place to sit and relax while visiting the park.

Fishing

Picnic Tables

Playground

PRAIRIE CREEK PARK

3230 W French Dr., Terre Haute, IN

This county park features a lake and a pond for fishing, playgrounds, trails, a baseball diamond, multipurpose courts and basketball goals, and horseshoe pits. Its campground sites feature 42 electrical hookups, modern shower houses, and fishing. Campsites also have a fire ring and picnic table at each site.

Barbecue Grills

Baseball Diamond

Campgrounds

Basketball Courts

Fire Pits

Fishing

Horseshoe Pits

Pet-Friendly Area

Playgrounds

Tennis Courts

Trails

Shelters

Shower Houses

Swimming Beach

BRITTLEBANK PARK

2100 Grant St., Terre Haute, IN

Brittlebank has a renewed energy thanks to the renovation of the tennis courts into pickleball courts. Brittlebank is known as a premier pickleball destination throughout the midwest! This park includes a shelter, playground, basketball court, and soccer/football field.

COY PARK

Barbour Ave. & N 16th St., Terre Haute, IN

Located at the corner of 16th Street and Barbour Avenue, this park is home to a playground, shelter, basketball court, softball field, and soccer/football field.

GILBERT PARK

1431 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute, IN

Located on Wabash Avenue just outside of downtown district, Gilbert park is one of the oldest public parks in Terre Haute. A great venue for groups wanting to hold events at a highly visible location, Gilbert Park has many mature trees allowing for plenty of shade. 

HERZ-ROSE PARK

1515 Locust St., Terre Haute, IN

This park is near the ISU campus and includes a playground, basketball court, shelter and restroom facilities.

MAPLE AVENUE NATURE PARK

500 Maple Ave., Terre Haute, IN

This neighborhood green space includes picnic shelters, playground, and a fishing pond with a paved path circling the body of water.

SHERIDAN PARK

Beech St. & N 28th St., Terre Haute, IN

Located on the north side of Terre Haute, this park includes a playground, shelter, basketball court and a softball/baseball field. 

Basketball Court

Playground

Shelter

Softball/Baseball Field 

SPENCER F. BALL PARK

1461 8th Ave., Terre Haute, IN

Spencer Park is best known for it's outstanding softball field, and is the home of leagues and tournaments. This park also includes a playground and a basketball court.

THOMPSON PARK

Oak St. & S 17th St., Terre Haute, IN

Thompson Park is a nice neighborhood park with several mature trees.  This park has a playground, basketball court and restroom facilities.

Basketball Court

Playground

Restrooms

VOORHEES PARK

230 Voorhees St., Terre Haute, IN

Voorhees Park is one of the most active parks in our system thanks to the construction of the skate park in 2008. This skate park is the second largest in the state of Indiana. In addition, there are shelters, a playground, and other recreational activities that make this park great for birthday parties. Voorhees Park is also home to the Vigo County School Corp. Aquatic Center.

Basketball Court

Playground

Restrooms

Shelter

Skate Park

Softball Field 

WASHINGTON PARK

College Ave. & S 13th St., Terre Haute, IN

Washington Park is historically significant in Terre Haute as it was the only park designated for African-Americans during segregation.  Today the park includes a playground, shelter and an outdoor basketball court.

Basketball Court

Playground

Shelter

ANACONDA PARK

Elizabeth Ave. & N 14th St., Terre Haute, IN

On the north side of Terre Haute, this park includes a playground and a half court basketball court.

Basketball Court

Playground

BOY SCOUT PARK

Lafayette Ave. & Barbour Ave., Terre Haute, IN

This park is a landscaped traffic island with a mini-shelter.

Shelter

CENTENNIAL PARK

N 25th St. & National Road Heritage Trail, Terre Haute, IN

This park was constructed on the National Road Heritage Trail in 2004 as a public service by the local Rotary Clubs. It includes a shelter and benches making for a nice resting spot along the trail. 

Shelter

EDGEWOOD GROVE

6 Monroe Blvd., Terre Haute, IN

There is a small playground in quaint Edgewood Grove.

Playground

GOLD MEDAL PLAZA 12 POINTS PARK

Lafayette Ave., Maple Ave. & N 13th St., Terre Haute, IN

Gold Medal Plaza is a landscaped traffic island with benches. This park also includes a memorial to local Olympic gold medal winners.

Memorial

GRAHAM PARK

1601 Dean Ave., Terre Haute, IN

This park is located at Dean Avenue and 17th Street. This park has mature trees and a playground.

Playground

JOHN M. HANLEY JR. PARK

1st St., Hulman St. & State Rd. 63, Terre Haute, IN

Hanley Park, is a landscaped traffic island created in 1992 as a memorial to a man who was an activist for the beautification of the Southwest Industrial corridor. This park is a tribute to his efforts. 

OAKLEY PARK

812 College Ave., Terre Haute, IN

This park was built on the site of the former Cruft Elementary School. Oakley contains playground equipment as well as a short basketball court.

VI COTTRELL PARK

635 Lafayette Ave, Terre Haute, IN

Vi Cottrell, a landscaped traffic island is located at Lafayette Avenue and 1st Avenue. This park is named for a local diner owner whose diner was formerly located on the park site.

Picnic Bench

NATIONAL ROAD HERITAGE TRAIL

Trailhead located at Jones Trailhead 1652 Chamberlain Rd, Terre Haute, IN

The pride and joy of the Terre Haute parks department trail system is the National Road Heritage Trail.  This multi-use paved trail extends for approximately 6.5 miles from the Twigg Rest Area to the Indiana State Univeristy campus downtown.  This trail is ideal for running, walking, biking or rollerblading.  The trail is well maintained and is a great escape for your activity in a serene setting!

COLLETT PARK PATHWAY

Trailhead located at Indiana State University campus

The Collett Park Pathway is a nice 1.6 mile extension of the Heritage Trail.  This multi-use paved trail heads north on 5th Street from the Indiana State University campus, through residential areas, traveling past the Union Hospital Health Complex and ending at beautiful Collett Park. This trail has also been extended around the lake at Maple Avenue Park.

DOBBS TRAIL

Connecting Deming Park and Dobbs Park

Dobbs Trail is an approximate 1 mile trail connecting two of the City's premier parks; Deming and Dobbs.  The trail extends from the backside of the Deming Park pool, across the bridge and leading through the scenic Dobbs Grove ending at the circle of bricks.

HULMAN STREET TRAIL

Connecting 4th Street and Brown Avenue

The Hulman Street Trail is approximately 3 miles in length and is another nice extension to the Heritage Trail.  This trail extends on 4th Street south of the Indiana State University campus connecting to Hulman Street and traveling east to Brown Avenue. This trail will take you past the historical Farrington Grove and will take you from the west end of town to the east end with ease. 

INDIANA VETERANS MEMORIAL MILE

Brown Ave. & Wabash Ave., Terre Haute, IN

A unique trail in the Terre Haute parks system is the Indiana Veterans Memorial Mile.  This trail is a one mile interpretive loop trail in the shape of the state of Indiana.  This trail surrounds the Indiana State Memorial Football Stadium at the corner of Brown Avenue and Wabash Avenue.

JONES TRAILHEAD

Brown Ave. & Wabash Ave., Terre Haute, IN

Thanks to the generous gift from the Delmar and Betty Jones family fund, the beautiful extension of the National Road Heritage Trail came to life in October of 2010. This trail travels approximately .30 miles eastward from the Twigg Rest Area. The trailhead currently includes parking for people wishing to use the Heritage Trail.

OHIO BOULEVARD

Connecting 19th Street and Fruitridge Avenue

Tree lined Ohio Boulevard runs from 19th Street to Fruitridge Avenue. Ohio Boulevard was placed on the National Register of Historical Places in 1989 and has many historic homes along the way. Historical limestone columns and walls mark the entryway to the west end of the boulevard. The landscaping is breathtaking, and you will also find bike lanes that run alongside the boulevard.

SIXTH STREET BOULEVARD

Connecting Margaret Avenue and Helen Avenue

6th Street Boulevard is a wide boulevard that extends one and a half blocks between Margaret Avenue and Helen Avenue. The boulevard is tree-lined and has the potential to someday be transformed into a block park.

TWIGG REST AREA

7595 US Hwy 40, Terre Haute, IN

With the opening of the brand new restroom facilities at the Twigg Rest Area, Twigg's is now one of the premier trailheads in the state. The location off of US 40 just east of the Rose-Hulman Campus is convenient to all.  Plenty of parking is available as well as a vending machine. From this rest area, you're ready to hit the Heritage Trail!

WABASHIKI TRAIL

Dewey Point Trailhead located at 110 E National Ave., W Terre Haute, IN

This trail covers 7 miles around the Wabashiki Fish and Wildlife wetlands preserve and serves as a source of eco-tourism in Vigo County such as wildlife observation and birdwatching.