Hendricks County Insider

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

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…

If you're looking for an ideal vacation getaway that offers a tranquil setting - yet is minutes from Indy, you'll want to consider heading to Natural Valley Ranch in Brownsburg for a stay in their spacious cabin. Marie and Chuck Damler, owners of…

If the experience of riding a horse and taking a part of your day to relax and enjoy an opportunity to see some of the backwoods beauty that Hendricks County has to offer sounds good, I'd strongly recommend a visit to Natural Valley Ranch in…