Creek Ridge County Park
Creek Ridge County Park is a 112-acre lakeside-parkland leased from the state and dedicated in 1992.
Nestled along Trail Creek, Creek Ridge County Park spans wetland, woodland and prairie, creating a diversity of habitats alive with birds, deer, foxes, and the migratory steelhead that pass through in spring and fall.
A winding network of boardwalks and trails brings you close to the creek, through shady forest trails, and across open prairie - ideal for nature lovers, photographers, or anyone just wanting time in nature.
Open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Admission is free
Parking available near shelters, playgrounds, and trailheads.
Dogs are welcome on a leash, and there’s also a fenced off-leash Dog Park (see below)
Services and Amenities
Facilities
Restrooms and drinking water are available near the picnic and shelter zones.
Picnic Areas
Creek Ridge offers three rentable shelters: Prairie Shelter, Lions Shelter, and Novak Memorial Shelter.
Playground
There are two playgrounds: one for ages 2–5 and one for ages 5–12.
Accessibility
A series of accessible boardwalks allow visitors to experience much of the trail system
Trail Loop / Boardwalk Trails
The park features boardwalks and trails that meander through wetlands, prairies, and forested areas.
These paths give glimpses of wildlife and habitat diversity while providing accessible routes for many visitors.
Fishing on Trail Creek
Trail Creek runs through the park and hosts steelhead and salmon migrations during certain times of the year.
Anglers can fish along portions of the creek; a valid IN fishing license (+ trout/salmon stamp) is required for those between 18 and 70.
Habitat & Wildlife
Creek Ridge is composed of wetlands, hardwood forest, prairie, and riparian zones along the creek.
You’ll find deer, foxes, raccoons, rabbits, migratory fish in Trail Creek, and a variety of bird species using the wetland and forest edges.
Rentable Shelters
Creek Ridge County Park offers three reservable picnic shelters (Prairie, Lions, and Novak Memorial Shelters).
All are equipped with picnic tables, electricity and a grill and are close to playgrounds and restrooms.
Rental info here.
Dog Park
Disc Golf Course
Creek Ridge includes a fenced No-Leash Dog Park (~ 3.25 acres) that enables dogs to run freely within the enclosure.
Daily or annual permits are required and can be obtained through La Porte County Parks’ Dog Park Permit page.
Creek Ridge offers a 9-hole disc golf course set across 10 acres of wooded and open parkland, with holes ranging from 190 to 400 feet.
The free course starts near the Dog Park and welcomes players of all levels to enjoy a round surrounded by forest, creek, and wildlife.
Park Rules:
Alcoholic beverages are not allowed
Pets must be leashed outside the Dog Park
Do not release wildlife
No fireworks
Vehicles only in parking areas
Bicycles must yield to pedestrians
Off-road vehicles are prohibited
Do not collect or destroy plant or animal life
Picnic only in designated areas
Charcoal fires allowed in grills only (no wood fires)
No overnight camping
Boating and swimming are not permitted
Those 18–70 years old must have a valid Indiana Fishing License and trout/salmon stamp to fish Trail Creek
Paintball, metal detectors, hunting, and trapping are not allowed
Park closes at sunset