# Noblesville Forest Park Winter Walking Trails & Nature Discovery > Place to go for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Forest Park, 701 Cicero Rd, Noblesville, IN 46060 - Ages: All ages (Paved walking trails and modern playgrounds suitable for toddlers through pre-teens) - Price: Free admission to Forest Park grounds, trails, and playgrounds; Free on-site parking - Organizer: Noblesville Parks and Recreation - Official page: https://www.cityofnoblesville.org/parks/ - 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/noblesville-forest-park-winter-walking-trails-and-nature-discovery--listing-46be27ab8f5e05e7480b46cb ## About Spanning 150 historic acres along the western bank of the White River, Forest Park is the crown jewel of the Noblesville parks system. In January and February, the park's majestic old-growth hardwood canopy creates a picturesque winter landscape for family walks and nature exploration. Broad, paved walking trails loop through the grounds, offering level, snow-cleared paths that connect the historic Forest Park Inn with scenic riverfront overlooks and wooded pavilions. Children can burn off pent-up energy on the park's expansive playgrounds, which feature modern swings, sensory play elements, and durable safety surfacing. While the park's historic carousel and miniature train rest for the winter season, families enjoy tranquil winter wildlife spotting, watching for red-tailed hawks, woodpeckers, and white-tailed deer foraging in the snow-dusted ravines before warming up in the park lodge. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved asphalt roadways and concrete pedestrian paths weave throughout the entire park, providing smooth, step-free access for strollers and wagons. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Heated public restrooms located at the Forest Park Inn and main playground pavilion with baby changing stations, plus shaded benches and gazebos. • Age Suitability: Perfect for all ages, from infants bundled in strollers to preschoolers exploring the playgrounds and grandparents enjoying gentle river strolls. • Sensory Tips: Serene natural setting with soft rustling branches and river breezes; generous open green spaces provide low-stimulation environments for sensitive children. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [Noblesville Forest Park Autumn Miniature Train & Carousel Stroll](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/noblesville-forest-park-autumn-miniature-train-and-carousel-stroll--listing-a6e38c5cc4a509a3ccf07a78) — Open on its own schedule · Forest Park & Forest Park Carousel, Noblesville · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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