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POTAWATOMI WILDLIFE PARK IN TIPPECANOE, INDIANA

  • Night sky filled with stars above a silhouette of trees and a small house with a chimney.

    STAR GAZING

    At Potawatomi Wildlife Park we dare to say we are the best place to sit under the stars in Indiana.

    For more information click here

  • A family walking in a wooded park with a baby in a stroller and a young child on the father's shoulders, while a woman pushes the stroller.

    HIKING

    Our nearly five miles of trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset for your enjoyment. All our trails are rated easy to moderate.They offer a relaxing change of pace, as they wind through forests and fields and past our wetlands and the Tippecanoe River.

  • Indoor area with mounted bird displays on the left wall, large windows showing outdoor greenery, a seated wooden bench, and a glass display case containing a taxidermy coyote and raccoon.

    Michael & Sharon Stephan Visitor Center

    The visitor center is filled with many hands-on educational activities, and historical, and taxidermy displays. It is open from sunrise to sunset. For more information click here

  • A vibrant red male Northern Cardinal perched among gray, leafless twigs with a blurred green background.

    BIRDING

    The visitor center is filled with many hands-on educational activities, and historical, and taxidermy displays. It is open from sunrise to sunset. For more information click here

  • Person riding a bicycle through a forest trail with trees and greenery.

    BIKING

    Bike riding is allowed on trails. Please keep pedestrian safety in mind and be cautious around hikers.

  • GEOCACHING/LETERBOXING

    Go on a modern day treasure hunt. There are several geocaches on the park for your enjoyment. Nighttime geocaching is not allowed. The park has 5 official boxes placed through out the park. If you would like to add a box they must be pre-approved and coordinated with the park manager prior to placement. https://www.geocaching.com/play/search

  • A turtle with a small lizard on its shell basking on a log in a body of water with reflections of the log and animals.

    ANIMAL WATCHING

    The park is home to many animals. Come listen and quietly observe them in their natural habitat.

  • View from a kayak on a river surrounded by lush green trees on both sides.

    KAYAK & CANOEING

    The Tippecanoe River is one of the most scenic rivers in Indiana. A limited amount of canoes and kayaks are available for rent.

    For more information click here

  • Two dogs outdoors on a grassy field, with one in the foreground looking at the camera and the other in the background facing away. The dog in the foreground is a small, brown, scruffy dog wearing a red harness and a golden bone-shaped tag. The background is blurred with trees and a cloudy sky.

    DOG WALKING

    Dogs are allowed on park trails. Dogs must remain on leash at all times! The owner must maintain control and is responsible for the actions of the dog. Please remember our other visitors and leave your dog home if it is not people friendly. Proper disposal of pet waste is required.

  • FISHING

    Fishing on one of our ponds is available for organized youth groups only and special events. Individual fishing is not allowed. While public fishing is not allowed anywhere on the park, it is allowed on the Tippecanoe River at "The Wall" Historic Park on Birch Road.

  • Two women sitting in a black and red utility vehicle parked on a grassy field with trees and blue sky in the background, promoting Potawatomi Wildlife Park's park tours.

    UTV TOUR

    Explore Potawatomi Wildlife Park with ease! Whether age or disability prevents hiking or you simply prefer a guided tour, our UTV, Marshall, awaits. Accommodating up to five passengers, Marshall is driven by our knowledgeable staff. Choose from two options:

    Full Park Tour: A 1-1.5 hour comprehensive journey highlighting key sites and fascinating facts.

    Drop-off Service: Enjoy 30 minutes at the serene knoll gazebo picnic table overlooking our largest pond.

    Email or call today to reserve your tour today! Cost: At will donation

  • Group of people standing outdoors at night in winter, illuminated by string lights, with snow on the ground, wearing warm clothing and hats.

    COMMUNITY EVENTS

    Every month we host 1 free community event. Check out all upcoming events here

  • Group of children sitting at picnic tables outdoors near a lake, surrounded by trees, engaged in an educational activity.

    FIELD TRIPS

    Potawatomi Wildlife Park's field trip program provides a range of activity options. Tailor your experience by mixing and matching activities that suit your group. For more information click here

  • A group of children, wearing blue T-shirts and gloves, standing behind a chain link fence on a grassy field, listening to an adult woman in black jacket and black cap, with two men, one in black hoodie and the other in gray hoodie, leading a discussion or activity. There is a wooded area in the background.

    VOLUNTEER

    Potawatomi Wildlife Park relies on volunteers to deliver on its mission. Our volunteers provide various levels of support—whether physical labor to help maintain trails and facilities, help staffing an event, or providing other skills and expertise relevant to our operations as a non-profit, there is an opportunity for everyone to contribute. Volunteer as an individual, a family, a school or work group, or grab a friend. To learn more click here

  • A wooden memorial bench located outdoors at Potawatomi Wildlife Park, with trees and greenery in the background.

    MEMORIAL BENCHES

    For more information click here

  • People at a wedding reception raising glasses for a toast in a decorated banquet hall. A man in a suit stands with a microphone, and a woman is smiling. The table has plates of food, candles, and greenery. A banner reads "Potawatomi Wildlife Park."

    WEDDINGS / RENTALS

    All gazebos and picnic tables are available for everyday non-event gatherings unless a reserved sign is present. Bessinger Pavilion is the exception as it is exclusively rental only. Please refrain from using the firepit area without a reservation. For more information click here

  • Green and gray camping tent set up in a field of purple and pink wildflowers with trees and a building in the background during sunset.

    CAMPING

    No overnight camping except for organized youth groups and scout groups for educational purposed and booked through the park manager in advanced. The park hosts one community campout every July open to all check out events for more details.

  • A cluster of yellow daisies and sunflower-like flowers in a field during sunset.

    PHOTOGRAPHY

    The park is very popular for family, seniors, wildlife photography, and more. You are welcome to use the park all we ask is you check in at the trail entrance and consider making a donation there or online. To see park photos click here

  • Red T-shirt with white graphic design promoting Potawatomi Wildlife Park, featuring trees and circular text, with smaller T-shirts in various colors, including gray, blue, green, pink, and black, displaying the same design.

    ONLINE STORE

    Check out the park T-shirts!

    Click here for more

  • A cartoon hand holding a megaphone with the text 'Know the Rules!' on a red background.

    PARK RULES

    There are not many but check them out!

    Read more here

Map of Potawatomi Park in American English showing trails, lakes, facilities, and landmarks, with a legend indicating trail types and features.

Maps are available at the trail entrance. To download a PDF version of map click here