The 8 Places You Absolutely Must Visit In Indiana This Spring
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Elizabeth Crozier
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With spring finally underway in Indiana, it’s time to start appreciating the fun outdoor things there are to do in the state. These nine spring attractions will remind you that there is life outside your door, and you don’t even have to leave your state to find it.
From beautiful gardens to fun shopping excursions, this list has a little something for everything. Scroll on for more details.
With its new designation as of February, the Dunes are likely to see a resurgence in visitors this summer. This 15,000 acre area is the most diverse in Indiana as it contains woodlands, prairies, savannas, bogs, and wetlands. Beaches, dunes, trails, campgrounds, and even scenic drives let you explore it all. Click here to learn more about this incredible park.
With three locations in the state, this unique adventure lets you roam the treetops like never before. Canopy walks and zip lines get your heart racing, and there are tracks for different skill levels. Click here to learn more about this incredible outdoor excursion.
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Also known as the Mishawaka River Walk, this incredible urban path offers lovely views. Open all year, it is most lovely in spring and features bridges, sculptures, plaques, landscaping, and lighting for night walks. You can walk, run, bike, or just sit and relax along this lovely river walk. Get more details here.
This charming outdoor shopping mall has been in operation since 1987 and features more than 100 stores. Both national chains and local Indiana businesses take up shop here, and you'll find everything from food to clothes to bath supplies and so much more. Click here for more details.
Featuring artwork that is functional to wildlife, this 100-acre outdoor art gallery is part of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. In addition to unique and interactive pieces of art, there are also woodlands, wetlands, meadows, and a 35-acre lake that offers immaculate views. Learn more about it all here.
Spring attractions don't get better than this immaculate place. Comprising many gardens in one, guests get lost all day in the natural wonders that abound at this lovely spot. It spans 36 acres and features more than a dozen gardens, most of which are ideal for spring. Check them out here.
This seasonal garden is worth a visit anytime of year. It is a calendar garden, which means different parts are in bloom at different times of year. The spring portion just might be the best, and you can learn more about it here.
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This little-known Amish village is a great place to visit anytime of year, but spring is best as the flea markets are running. Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, you can shop seasonal goods as well as a wealth of other country favorites. A restaurant, inn, antique store, and bake shop are also available, and guests can also take tours of the grounds and learn all about the Amish way of life. Click here to learn more information.
For more like this, check out the 10 best natural attractions in Indiana that everyone should visit.
What other spring attractions are you looking forward to enjoying this season? Share your thoughts with us below in the comments.
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