Ouabache State Park

Ouabache State Park The official Indiana DNR page for Ouabache State Park. Ouabache became a State Recreation Area in the 1960s, then a State Park in the 1980s.

Ouabache, pronounced "oh-bah-chee" was originally operated as the Wells County State Forest and Game Preserve from the 1930s to 1960s. Many historical features of the beginnings of the property can still be seen along roads and trails. Visitors to this state park can find many recreational activities including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, swimming, camping, playgrounds, basketball and volleyb

all courts as well as picnicking, a nature center and a 20-acre American bison exhibit with live bison in a natural setting. Please review our commenting guidelines at https://on.IN.gov/dnrsocial. This property is in the Eastern time zone.

The Kirby family of central Indiana had a great weekend at Ouabache! This 4-generation group did the CCC challenge, Hoos...
08/17/2026

The Kirby family of central Indiana had a great weekend at Ouabache! This 4-generation group did the CCC challenge, Hoosier Quest pin challenge, and attended the programs. They even Kayaked in the rain! Thank you for hanging out with us!

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Happy World Honey Bee Day! Did you know that a honey bee can travel up to 3 miles from the hive? Honey bees flap their...
08/16/2026

Happy World Honey Bee Day! Did you know that a honey bee can travel up to 3 miles from the hive? Honey bees flap their wings 200 times per second! This creates static electricity which causes pollen to stick to their legs. A single worker bee, in it's lifetime will produce 1/12 of a teaspoon of honey.
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Photo Cora Heaston

Ouabache staff shared information at the Indiana State Fair this past weekend and again today. The fair lasts through Au...
08/14/2026

Ouabache staff shared information at the Indiana State Fair this past weekend and again today. The fair lasts through August 23rd. Be sure to check out the DNR building which features a butterfly garden and fish display.

Learn more at: dnr.IN.gov/statefair

Ouabache is not flooded. The forecast for the Wabash River in Bluffton remains below flood stage. The ground is wet wit...
08/14/2026

Ouabache is not flooded. The forecast for the Wabash River in Bluffton remains below flood stage. The ground is wet with a few areas of standing water. The park remains open for business!
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Interestingly, our monthly lunch and learn topic today was The Little River Wetlands Project. In this photo Aly Munger,...
08/13/2026

Interestingly, our monthly lunch and learn topic today was The Little River Wetlands Project. In this photo Aly Munger, wetland educator, is showing how important wetlands are for flood water retention; a fitting topic for this week.
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School isn't just for kids! Join us for our August Lunch and Learn tomorrow, August 13th in the lodge. Our guest speak...
08/12/2026

School isn't just for kids! Join us for our August Lunch and Learn tomorrow, August 13th in the lodge. Our guest speaker will be Aly Munger, Wetland educator. Aly will be speaking about the Little Rivers Wetland Project. Bring a packed lunch, dessert provided. RSVP (260)824-0926 or Email @gmail.com.
Program free. Gate fees do apply
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Fun with Smokey Bear! We had a great weekend celebrating. Lots of decorated bikes, smiles, and cupcakes! We want to t...
08/11/2026

Fun with Smokey Bear! We had a great weekend celebrating. Lots of decorated bikes, smiles, and cupcakes! We want to thank our staff and great volunteers for helping!
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08/11/2026

Power has been restored. Phones and internet are back on. Thanks

08/11/2026

Update: Power is back on.

Due to power outage the park is without phone and internet service. Sorry for inconvenience.

As many students head back to school this week, we want to remind you of all of the learning opportunities in nature! Sn...
08/10/2026

As many students head back to school this week, we want to remind you of all of the learning opportunities in nature! Snakes, mammals, trees, Summer and Fall wildflowers, bats, and birds, just to name a few. Pick up a brochure and document your finds!
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Address

4930 E State Road 201
Bluffton, IN
46714

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 11pm
Tuesday 7am - 11pm
Wednesday 7am - 11pm
Thursday 7am - 11pm
Friday 7am - 11pm
Saturday 7am - 11pm
Sunday 7am - 11pm

Telephone

+12608240926

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