Owen County
McCormick’s Creek State Park
Enjoy Indiana’s oldest state park located right outside of Spencer. Take a hike along one of the park’s many scenic trails to explore Wolf’s cave, see the waterfalls, or climb up the fire tower. Visit the recreational center, Canyon Inn, the swimming pool, or enjoy one of the many playgrounds and shelter houses.
MyPath Trail System
Enjoy this multi-use trail system throughout Spencer. Starting at the Owen County Soil & Water Conservation’s river house, enjoy the river front trail. Or head the opposite way and enjoy the trail’s scenic route through downtown Spencer.
Cataract Falls State Recreation Area
Visit Indiana’s largest waterfalls at approximately 45 feet in northern Owen County. Hike the trails to see the second set of lower falls with an approximate 30 foot drop.
Lieber State Recreation Area
Near Cloverdale Indiana, this SRA offers many picnic areas, playgrounds, a campground, swimming pool, and a lake with beachside swimming access, boat rentals, fishing, and a launching dock.
Owen-Putnam Forest
Located on the west end of Spencer, the family can enjoy camping, hiking trails, or fishing in one of the park’s ponds.
Owen County Family YMCA
The Y houses a fitness center, swimming pool, indoor walking track, and many different exercise and dance classes for families to enjoy. Outside, families can enjoy a free walking track.
Gosport
Located right in front of Gosport’s Town hall, enjoy the town park’s playground, shelter house, and gazebo.
Green’s Bluff
This year-round trail is located on a nature preserve with a loop trail along Raccoon Creek.
Veterans Memorial Park
Nestled right behind Spencer Elementary School, bring the kids to enjoy this park dedicated to the community’s military veterans. Play on the playground, hike the trail, or enjoy a picnic in the shelter house.
Cooper Commons
Right by the white river on the Southside of Spencer, this park is home to two playsets, shelter houses, and open fields to play or picnic in.
Spencer-Owen Community School System’s Playgrounds
Enjoy one of the four playgrounds across Owen County located at Gosport, Spencer, Patricksburg, and McCormick’s Creek elementary schools.
Owen Valley Sports Complex
Visit one of their five ball fields for a free family game of softball/baseball.