150 Places to Visit in Indiana - 9. Shades State Park is known for its rugged sandstone ravines and forested trailsIt’s about 1 hour northwest of Indianapolis and just 25 minutes from Crawfordsville, making it an easy day trip or weekend stop. Visitor details: • Open year-round • Indiana state park entrance fee required (in-state and out-of-state rates apply) • Trails range from moderate to rugged—expect steep stairs, narrow paths, and uneven terrain in the ravines • Limited cell service, so dow