# Plainfield Hummel Park Winter Sledding Hill & Paved Creek Trails > Place to go for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Hummel Park, 1500 S Center St, Plainfield, IN 46168 - Ages: All ages (Sledding hill open to all ages; paved creek trails ideal for stroller walks) - Price: Free admission to park, sledding hill, and trails; Ample free paved parking on site - Organizer: Plainfield Parks and Recreation & Guilford Township - Official page: https://www.townofplainfield.com/facilities/facility/details/hummel-park-11 - 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/plainfield-hummel-park-winter-sledding-hill-and-paved-creek-trails--listing-700f4d32681a0a25975e1dd1 ## About Encompassing 205 sprawling acres in Plainfield, Hummel Park is western Hendricks County's premier community park and a cherished winter recreation destination. The park's crowning winter attraction is its large, purpose-built sledding hill, designed with designated uphill walking paths and wide, obstacle-free snowy slopes that allow safe sliding for kids of all ages. After snowy thrills on the hill, families can bundle up to explore miles of paved walking trails that wind through frosted bottomland woods and cross scenic wooden pedestrian bridges spanning White Lick Creek. The park's expansive playgrounds feature modern rubberized safety surfaces that remain usable during dry winter days. When chilly winds pick up, families can warm up in the heated community center vestibules or make a quick stop at nearby downtown Plainfield bakeries. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Miles of paved, multi-use asphalt trails are regularly maintained and suitable for all strollers; sledding hill features packed snow slopes. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Heated municipal restrooms with baby changing counters located near the park pavilion and community center, plus covered benches throughout the grounds. • Age Suitability: All ages; the sledding hill has gentle lower sections for toddlers accompanied by parents and faster upper runs for older children. • Sensory Tips: Crisp fresh air and enthusiastic outdoor laughter around the sledding hill; creek trails provide tranquil, rhythmic water sounds and winter bird sightings. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [Hummel Park Autumn Splash & Stroller Trails](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/hummel-park-autumn-splash-and-stroller-trails--listing-c5d76e09f0c4ed763147c52c) — Open on its own schedule · Hummel Park, Plainfield · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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