Waveland: Shades State Park and Pine Hill Nature Preserve, (hiking, canoeing, fishing, picnicking, wildlife viewing). From Crawfordsville, take SR 47 southwest, 17 miles. 765-435-2810
Spencer: McCormick's Creek State Park, (hiking, swimming, horseback riding, tennis, picnicking, nature center). From Spencer, follow State Rd. 46 east. 812-829-2235