West Park
Established in 2002, West Park is one of the largest parks in Carmel. The 120-acre park was reimagined in 2022 thanks to funding from the Clay Township Impact Program.
Enjoy the Park Year-Round
During spring, summer, and fall the restored prairie maze and pond boardwalks provide a beautiful walk through nature. Along your walk through the prairie maze, you are likely to find grasshoppers, praying mantises, rabbits, and many plants in bloom. A walk over the pond gives you a good look at blue herons, ducks, frogs, fish, and crawdads. There is always something to learn and see at West Park.
During the summer, kiddos can enjoy playing on the playground and integrative splash pad. Let your imagination run wild with towering structures and colorful surfaces. Transport to other worlds among mountain walls and watery canyons. West Park’s playground and splash pad with waterfalls take play to new heights – literally!
During the snowy winter months, grab your sleds and slide down the two-story sledding hill. There is even a gradual walkway up the hill to make the trek to the top easier for both kids and parents.
Jill Perelman Pavilion
Located in Carmel’s West Park, the Jill Perelman Pavilion hosts Carmel Clay Park’s Summer Camp Series, Extended School Enrichment School’s Out Camps, and recreation programs for the community.
Features
- Playground
- Splash Pad
- 2+ Miles of Soft Surface + Paved Trails
- Year-Round Restrooms
- Fishing
- Picnic Shelters (with electricity)
- Grills
- Seasonal Drinking Fountains
- Bike Racks
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Submit a Photo!General Park Rules
For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, please follow these rules and courtesies
- Parks are open sunrise to sunset except for approved activities
- Parks are tobacco, alcohol, e-cigarette, vaping, and drug-free zone
HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS BEAUTIFUL
- Bag and dispose of pet waste
- Place all litter in appropriate trash containers
- Glass containers are prohibited within parks and greenways
- Drive and park only on roadways and designated parking areas
- Wildlife and vegetation should not be disturbed
HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS SAFE
- Pets are prohibited in playgrounds, splash pads, and restrooms
- Equines are prohibited in parks, except when used by law enforcement
- Adult supervision recommended for children in playgrounds and splash pads
- Motorized vehicles are not permitted on trails or park grounds
- Fires are permitted only in permanent park-provided grills
- Unless posted as a “No swimming area”, swimming or wading is permitted in creeks and rivers at your own risk
- Swimming, wading, ice fishing, and ice skating are prohibited on ponds
- Skateboards, bicycles, and rollerblades are prohibited in playgrounds, splash pads, shelters, and restrooms
HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS FUN
- Keep all pets leashed, on a leash no longer than 6 feet
- Avoid playing loud music that disturbs others
- Soliciting or use of parks for profit is prohibited without a permit
- Help keep wildlife wild – Please do not feed waterfowl or wild animals
- Fishing is permitted with Indiana fishing license (required for those 18 and over) Click here for more information
For the full list of park & greenway rules, please click here
Personal assistive mobility devices may be used in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
Report inappropriate conduct to Carmel Police: 317.733.1282
Report maintenance concerns to Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation: 317.573.4044