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Cool Creek Park Nature Center

Park

4.7(524 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 a.m.
Cool Creek Park Nature Center

About

Science center with a focus on nature. Park-based natural-science center offers seasonal exhibits on habitat preservation & local wildlife.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Sunscreen, water, and snacks
  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Cool Creek Park Nature Center:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    2000 E 151st St, Carmel, IN 46033, United States
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    Phone
    (317) 774-2500
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    Hours
    Monday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Tuesday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Wednesday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Thursday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Friday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Saturday:10 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Sunday:1–5 p.m.

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available
  • Public washroom: Has public washroom
  • Slides: Playground slides available
  • Swings: Playground swings available

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes
  • Playground: Has playground

Nearby

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