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Pecar Park & Nature Center is home to turtles, African Spurred Tortoises , and various other animals our Park Naturalist is able to bring to the Nature Center.

For those in the community that enjoy sharing space with animals, this indoor Nature Center is a great location to rent for graduation parties, family reunions, etc. 

This beautiful building boasts high peak ceilings, lots of natural light and a serine setting with large windows overlooking the covered back patio and outdoor playground.  It's the perfect space to entertain guests of all ages. ​Nearby you will find a playground, a pond, a large community fire pit, and plenty of green space for your own activities.
  • 10 Primitive campsites
  • Indoor bathroom and shower facilities
  • Playground
  • Community fire pit
  • Nature center with live animals
  • Food prep room in nature center
  • Tables and chairs for the nature center
  • ​Outdoor Classroom
  • Pond
  • Green space
  • ​Geocache
  • Natural prairie and wetland exploration

Campgrounds

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The campgrounds are primitive sites only.  Each of our 10 campsites has a fire ring, picnic table, and a trash can.  Eight of these sites are full sun sites. We also have 2 campsites located within Pock Woods that provide shade.

All sites are within walking distance to indoor bathrooms and shower facilities.  The nearby playground, community fire pit, nature center, aviary, and pond are sure to delight all members of your camping party.

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Please read the entire list of rules and regulations before your camping adventure
Pecar Park & Pock Park Campsites
  • Township Resident:   $15
  • Non-Township Resident:   $25
Book a Campsite
Rules & Regulations
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Nature Center Rental Information

The Nature Center may be rented by the hour or for the day between 10am and 9pm.  Kayak passes are available for $5 annually. Kayaks are NOT available to rent.
Book the Nature Center
Get a Kayak Pass

Nature Center Hours:
(May Vary By Season)

Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm
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Address:​
5203 East County Road 150 North
Avon, IN 46123

See you in the park!
Main Park:
​115 S. county road 575
Avon, Indiana 46123
Pecar Park/Pock Woods:
5203 E. County road 150 North
​Avon, Indiana 46123
Nature Center hours
m-f 10am-6pm
Murphy Park:
753 S CO Rd 625 E
​Avon, IN 46123

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Telephone

317.745.07​85