Hendricks County Insider

There was a time in Hendricks County, Indiana, when railroads played an important role in transportation, commerce, settlement and expansion of the area. As time marched on, though, railroad traffic declined nationwide, and rail companies began…

I don’t even pretend to be a walker, hiker, biker or horseback rider. So, I’m the last person in the world who should provide our visitors and residents insider advice on the top trails in Hendricks County, Indiana. Lucky for you though, I know who…

With Spring Break approaching for many kids and adults, we like to provide alternatives here in Central Indiana to the more expensive and distant spring break destinations. You can spend a long weekend or even a week here, have great fun and save…

If you are looking for an affordable, fun, family-friendly fall break vacation, Hendricks County provides all of that and more. Here's how I'll be spending my fall break with my family, you're welcome to join in! Day 1 I love starting vacation with a…

We're not far away from peak fall colors here in Hendricks County, Indiana, and since I work for Hendricks County Parks & Recreation, I have a pretty good idea of where to find the beautiful autumn foliage that makes the season so colorful. Fall…

I have lived in Hendricks County, Indiana, most of my life. I’ve participated in countless girls’ nights right here at places like Opa! in Avon, Stone Creek Dining Company in Plainfield or even at concerts in the park during the summer months. I must…

Hendricks County, Indiana, is a flourishing destination that offers a wide variety of activities and attractions for all ages and interests. It's amazing how much the county has changed over the course of its nearly 200 years of existence! Here are…

Life gets so busy for our family that almost every year we somehow forget to plan a vacation. It's funny, because I'm a firm believer that rest is essential to a healthy, productive life. I try to set aside one day a week for our family to kick back…

Study after study has proven that downtime has real benefits, and while the majority of Americans believe strongly in the value of time off, we continue to leave unused vacation days on the table. Here at Visit Hendricks County we get to help guests…

If you are a family who loves affordable outdoor recreation, we have some ideas for you here in Hendricks County this summer. What follows is an insider's guide of recommendations from someone who has lived and worked here for more than 10 years. You…