Mounds State Park

Available Activities

Hiking
Camping

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Mounds State Park protects 10 Native American earthworks built by the Adena-Hopewell cultures over 2,000 years ago. The Great Mound—Indiana’s largest—dates to 160 BCE!

Camping

Site Type	Count
⚡ Electric	75 sites
📅 Season	Year-round (reduced amenities Nov-Apr)
💵 Entry Fee	$7 in-state / $9 out-of-state

Native American Earthworks

Feature	Details
🏛️ Total Mounds	10 earthworks
⭕ Great Mound	¼ mile circumference, 160 BCE
🔭 Purpose	Ceremonies, astronomical alignments
🏺 Artifacts Found	Copper beads, mica, obsidian, seashells

FAQ

Can I walk on the mounds?

Stay on designated trails to protect these ancient earthworks! The Great Mound is easily accessible via Trail 1.

🏛️ Indiana’s Ancient History

Reserve at IN DNR.

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Last updated: February 20, 2026