# Fort Harrison State Park Autumn Foliage & Fall Creek Trail > Place to go for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Dates: Starts Fri, Nov 27 - Where: Fort Harrison State Park, 6000 N Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46216 - Ages: All ages (Paved multi-use trail loops, woodland creek boardwalks, and nature center exhibits) - Price: $7 per in-state vehicle gate fee ($9 out-of-state); Free for Indiana State Park Annual Passholders - Organizer: Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Official page: https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-preserve/fort-harrison-state-park/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/fort-harrison-state-park-autumn-foliage-and-fall-creek-trail--listing-343621516552f2f93c31b834 ## About Spanning 1,700 wooded acres in northeastern Marion County, Fort Harrison State Park—fondly known to locals as 'Fort Ben'—preserves pristine old-growth hardwood forests, rolling glacial ridges, and the picturesque meandering waters of Fall Creek. During Thanksgiving week, families flock to the park to hike the paved Fall Creek Trail and Harrison Trace Trail, where towering oaks, beeches, and sugar maples showcase late-autumn bronze and amber hues. The peaceful trails wind past scenic wetlands, active beaver dams, and historic military encampment sites. Children love spotting deer, wild turkeys, and red-tailed hawks from the wooden observation boardwalks. The onsite Fort Harrison State Park Inn and Garrison Restaurant provide warm, family-friendly holiday dining options. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Harrison Trace Trail offers a 2.5-mile smoothly paved loop ideal for all strollers, bicycles, and wagons; Fall Creek Trail has a mix of boardwalk and firm gravel. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Fort Harrison State Park Visitor Center and Harrison Trace trailhead restrooms feature heated facilities and clean diaper changing counters. • Age Suitability: Excellent for all ages; gentle trail grades make it effortless for toddlers and seniors, while older youth can explore rugged dirt ridge trails. • Sensory Tips: Serene woodland environment filled with gentle rustling leaves and babbling creek waters; peaceful escape with minimal artificial noise. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [Fort Harrison State Park Winter Sledding & Dogwood Trail](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/fort-harrison-state-park-winter-sledding-and-dogwood-trail--listing-0680c6a0dd973c565a64a658) — Open on its own schedule · Fort Harrison State Park · All ages · From $7 · checked Nov 5. 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