State Parks Near Muncie, Indiana

8 state park units lie within 50 miles of Muncie. The closest is Summit Lake State Park, about 13 mi south of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Summit Lake State Park13 mi south
Within 25 miles
2of 8 within 50 mi
With camping
71 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Muncie, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Muncie; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Summit Lake State Park

    13 miles south · New Castle, Indiana · State Park

    Popular activities here are ice fishing, winter sports, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.

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  2. Mounds State Park

    14 miles southwest · Chesterfield, Indiana · State Park

    Visitors come for fishing, picnicking, and hiking. Overnight options include 75 campsites, with tent sites.

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  3. Ouabache State Park

    39 miles north · Bluffton, Indiana · State Park

    The park supports historic sites, boating, swimming, fishing, and biking. Water access includes a swimming beach.

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  4. Fort Harrison State Park

    40 miles southwest · Indianapolis, Indiana · State Park

    The park supports cross-country skiing, ice fishing, golf, winter sports, and historic sites.

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  5. Salamonie Lake

    41 miles north · Andrews, Indiana · Reservoir

    Visitors come for cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, ice fishing, and mountain biking. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.

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  6. Mississinewa Lake

    45 miles northwest · Peru, Indiana · Reservoir

    The park supports horseback riding, ice fishing, golf, disc golf, and winter sports. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.

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  7. Whitewater Memorial State Park

    47 miles southeast · Liberty, Indiana · State Park

    Popular activities here are horseback riding, ice fishing, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.

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  8. Brookville Lake

    47 miles southeast · Brookville, Indiana · Reservoir

    The park supports ice fishing, horseback riding, winter sports, archery, and hunting in season. The official site lists about 25 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Muncie

  1. Summit Lake State Park 13 mi south · Campground listed
  2. Mounds State Park 14 mi southwest · 75 campsites
  3. Ouabache State Park 39 mi north · Campground listed
  4. Salamonie Lake 41 mi north · 304 campsites
  5. Mississinewa Lake 45 mi northwest · 431 campsites

+ 2 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Muncie

  1. Whitewater Memorial State Park 47 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Muncie

  1. Summit Lake State Park 13 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Ouabache State Park 39 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Salamonie Lake 41 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Mississinewa Lake 45 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. Whitewater Memorial State Park 47 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area

+ 1 more in the list above

Hiking near Muncie

  1. Summit Lake State Park 13 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  2. Mounds State Park 14 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
  3. Ouabache State Park 39 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  4. Fort Harrison State Park 40 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
  5. Salamonie Lake 41 mi north · Hiking trails listed

+ 3 more in the list above

Fishing near Muncie

  1. Summit Lake State Park 13 mi south · Fishing listed
  2. Mounds State Park 14 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  3. Ouabache State Park 39 mi north · Fishing listed
  4. Fort Harrison State Park 40 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  5. Salamonie Lake 41 mi north · Fishing listed

+ 3 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Muncie

What is the closest state park to Muncie?

Summit Lake State Park is the closest, about 13 miles south of Muncie in a straight line. Next are Mounds State Park and Ouabache State Park.

How many state parks are near Muncie?

8 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Muncie have camping?

7 parks list camping, the nearest being Summit Lake State Park, Mounds State Park and Ouabache State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Muncie?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Muncie?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.