Whitewater Memorial State Park

Whitewater Memorial State Park is an Indiana state park featuring a lake surrounded by forest with trails for hiking and horseback riding. The grounds contain various landscapes and support multiple recreational activities.

The park was established in 1949 as the 16th addition to the Indiana State Park system after four local counties purchased land for its creation. This founding made it an important recreational resource for the region.

The park serves as a memorial space honoring military service members, blending recreational areas with places for quiet reflection. Visitors encounter these commemorative spaces while enjoying outdoor activities.

Visitors can choose from various overnight accommodations scattered throughout the park, ranging from standard camping to equestrian areas. Water access is provided at multiple boat launch locations.

The Red Springs Loop Trail takes visitors through Hornbeam Nature Preserve where mineral springs discharge into the water, creating visible patterns. This natural feature is one of the park's less obvious highlights.

Location: Indiana

Inception: 1949

Website: https://in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/whitewater-memorial-state-park

GPS coordinates: 39.61390,-84.96530

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01