State Park · Indiana
Shades State Park
- Location
- Parke County, Indiana
- Nearest town
- 10.8 miles northeast of Rockport
- Type
- State Park
About Shades State Park
Sandstone ravines and forested ridges spread across land that reaches into three counties: Montgomery, Parke, and Fountain. The park sits west-northwest of Indianapolis, drawing an estimated 125,000 visitors in 2024 to 2025. Its terrain crosses county lines rather than sitting within a single boundary, a layout uncommon among Indiana's state parks.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Shades State Park is in Parke County, Indiana, 10.8 miles northeast of Rockport. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
State parks near Shades State Park
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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.