State Parks Near Zionsville, Indiana

7 state park units lie within 50 miles of Zionsville. The closest is Fort Harrison State Park, about 18 mi southeast of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Fort Harrison State Park18 mi southeast
Within 25 miles
1of 7 within 50 mi
With camping
61 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Zionsville, nearest first

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

  1. Fort Harrison State Park

    18 miles southeast · Indianapolis, Indiana · State Park

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

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  2. Mounds State Park

    38 miles east · Chesterfield, Indiana · State Park

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

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  3. Shades State Park

    40 miles west · Waveland, Indiana · State Park

    Visitors come for stargazing, winter sports, fishing, picnicking, and hiking. Camping is available: 122 campsites across 3 camping areas, including tent sites.

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  4. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA)

    43 miles west · Rockville, Indiana · Reservoir

    Things to do include ice fishing, horseback riding, historic sites, winter sports, and archery. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.

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  5. Prophetstown State Park

    45 miles northwest · Battle Ground, Indiana · State Park

    Popular activities here are biking and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).

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  6. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA)

    46 miles southwest · Greencastle, Indiana · Reservoir

    Popular activities here are horseback riding, winter sports, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

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  7. Turkey Run State Park

    47 miles west · Marshall, Indiana · State Park

    Visitors come for swimming, fishing, picnicking, and hiking. On the water side, there is a swimming pool. For overnight stays there are 213 campsites (tent sites). Roofed lodging includes cabins and lodge rooms.

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Camping near Zionsville

  1. Mounds State Park 38 mi east · 75 campsites
  2. Shades State Park 40 mi west · 122 campsites
  3. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) 43 mi west · 312 campsites
  4. Prophetstown State Park 45 mi northwest · Campground listed
  5. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA) 46 mi southwest · 216 campsites

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Cabins and lodging near Zionsville

  1. Turkey Run State Park 47 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Zionsville

  1. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) 43 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Prophetstown State Park 45 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA) 46 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Turkey Run State Park 47 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Zionsville

  1. Fort Harrison State Park 18 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  2. Mounds State Park 38 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  3. Shades State Park 40 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  4. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) 43 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  5. Prophetstown State Park 45 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed

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Fishing near Zionsville

  1. Fort Harrison State Park 18 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  2. Mounds State Park 38 mi east · Fishing listed
  3. Shades State Park 40 mi west · Fishing listed
  4. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) 43 mi west · Fishing listed
  5. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA) 46 mi southwest · Fishing listed

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Questions about state parks near Zionsville

What is the closest state park to Zionsville?

Fort Harrison State Park is the closest, about 18 miles southeast of Zionsville in a straight line. Next are Mounds State Park and Shades State Park.

How many state parks are near Zionsville?

7 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Zionsville have camping?

6 parks list camping, the nearest being Mounds State Park, Shades State Park and Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA). Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Zionsville?

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

Are there free state parks near Zionsville?

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.