Vera J. Hinshaw Park & Preserve
The Vera J. Hinshaw Park & Preserve is 11.73 acres of greenspace and undeveloped nature preserve located east of the Monon Greenway, just north of the Monon South Trailhead.
Preserve
The preserve has several mature, high-quality trees, including hickory, walnut, black cherry, and oak. Our goal is to foster sustainable woodland habitat and minimize the invasive species on the property with restoration efforts that encourage the reproduction of native species. We hope that removing invasives from the habitat will provide more opportunities for the natural regeneration of favorable native species and ultimately reduce the invasive seed bank. We have jumpstarted the restoration process by supplementing native trees and shrubs through planting efforts on World Habitat Day over the last several years.
Park
The park area next to the preserve was recently acquired by CCPR, through a joint management with Sunrise on the Monon HOA. It includes a small loop trail, pond, and shelter. The park also features a path that connects the neighborhood to the Monon Greenway, allowing both parkgoers and neighborhood residents easy access to the Monon!
Features
- Small loop trail
- Pond
- Shelter
- Path connection from the neighborhood to the Monon Greenway
- Open turf area
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Submit a Photo General Park & Greenway 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
- Equines are prohibited in parks, except when used by law enforcement
- 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
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
KNOW YOUR GREENWAYS
- Greenways are open sunrise to sunset except when used as an alternative transportation route
- Greenways are tobacco, alcohol (except in DORA designated districts), e-cigarette, vaping, and drug-free zones
- Greenway hours in any Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) zones are determined by the hours of the DORA district
- Bicycles must not exceed 15 miles per hour or the posted speed limit on greenways
- Racing activity is prohibited
- In-line skaters, skateboarders, and cyclists must yield to pedestrians
- Reckless use of bikes or vehicles is prohibited
- Equines are prohibited on greenways, except when used by law enforcement
- Soliciting, advertising, or using greenways for profit is prohibited without a permit
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