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 safety and enjoyment of everyone, please follow these rules and courtesies
- PARK OPEN SUNRISE TO SUNSET EXCEPT FOR APPROVED ACTIVITIES
- PARKS ARE TOBACCO, ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE ZONES
- HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS BEAUTIFUL
- Bag and dispose of pet waste
- Place all litter in appropriate trash containers
- Drive and park only on roadways and designated parking areas
- Wildlife and vegetation should not be disturbed
- HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS SAFE
- Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, spray parks, water features or buildings
- Adult supervision recommended for children in playgrounds and spray parks
- Report inappropriate conduct to Carmel Police
- Motorized vehicles are not permitted on trails or park grounds
- Fires are permitted only in permanent park-provided grills
- Swimming, wading and ice fishing are not permitted
- Skateboards, bicycles, and rollerblades are not permitted in shelters, buildings or on playgrounds
- HELP KEEP YOUR PARKS FUN!
- Keep all pets leashed
- Exercise pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet
- Avoid playing loud music that disturbs others
- Soliciting or use of park for profit is prohibited without a permit
- Help keep wildlife wild – Please do not feed water fowl or wild animal
- Fishing is permitted with fishing license (required for those 18 and over only). May keep 5 total 14″+ Largemouth Bass or 10 total Channel Catfish at any size. Click here for more information.
Report inappropriate conduct to Carmel Police: 317.571.2580
Report maintenance concerns to Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation: 317.573.4044