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Shades State Park

Route 1 Box 72
Waveland, IN 47989
765-435-2810

Shades State Park is open for day use only (8 a.m. until dusk) through March 26, 2009. Overnight camping is available at Turkey Run State Park just 15 miles to the southwest. Turkey Run also has an inn and cabins.

Shades State Park will return to normal hours of operation, including overnight camping, on March 27, 2009.

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Shades State Park is that peaceful place you've been looking for. Located about 17 miles southwest of Crawfordsville (off S.R. 47), it is a favorite for hikers and canoeists.

The beautiful sandstone cliffs overlooking Sugar Creek and numerous shady ravines provide the backdrop for your journey through this nature lover's paradise.

Adjacent Pine Hills Nature Preserve affords spectacular topography for those willing to take a fairly long hike.

Activities and Facilities

Camping

  • Non-Electric / 105 sites
  • Youth Tent Areas
  • Dumping Station

 

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