Summertime in the ‘Burg: Spend a Day at Williams Park!

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Williams Park is Brownsburg’s largest park, with 77 acres to explore. Looking for a way to unplug this summer? It’s the perfect place to spend an entire day outdoors. Here’s how to make the most of it!

Entrance to a children's playground labeled 'BLAST OFF' with wooden structures and red rooftops, surrounded by a wooden fence.

Take advantage of cool summer mornings by starting at one of Williams Park’s playgrounds! Blast Off Playground is Brownsburg’s iconic wooden playground, originally built in 2000. It is thoughtfully designed with accessible play features, such as the adaptive swing and omnispin, as well communication boards to facilitate language learning through collaborative play narration.

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The playground next to the splash pad also includes accessibility features like the nonverbal communication board.

A smooth walking path winding through a green park with trees and bushes on either side.

Next, take a stroll through one of Williams Park’s pollinator gardens! There is a pollinator garden by the north entrance of the park that connects to the paved trail around the perimeter of the park. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are all the most active during the mid-afternoon, so stopping by right before lunch is the perfect time to spot these little helpers.

A landscaped park featuring a winding pathway, colorful flower beds, and shaded seating areas under pavilions, with a backdrop of green trees and a partly cloudy sky.

Be sure to pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at one of the park shelters! There are seven shelters at Williams Park to choose from, making it easy to find a shady spot no matter how busy the park gets.

Pro tip: For long park days, hydration is key! Check out the water bottle filling station, located by the bathrooms next to the splash pad, to keep your mind sharp and body fueled.

A serene pathway winding through a lush green forest, accompanied by a wooden bench on the side.
A wooden seating area surrounded by mulch in a grassy park, featuring a log border and a sand-like surface, nestled among trees.

A quick walk always helps aid in digestion, so head over to the Maple Ridge Trail, a 0.79-mile crushed stone nature trail that leads to the Outdoor Classroom! Here, you will find two pollinator gardens, a raised herb garden, the Play & Learn College, and a handmade natural stage – perfect for hands-on learning and imaginative play.

Colorful water play structure with interactive fountains and flower-shaped features, set in a playground environment.

Head back over to the main park to beat the heat of the afternoon at the splash pad! The splash pad spans over 3,100 square feet and provides various interactive spray and play features, like a thrilling 21-foot-tall tipping bucket that pours 40 gallons of water every 5-6 minutes. The zero-depth splash pad offers a variety of water sensations across three distinct play areas, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

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Finish off your day by whipping up dinner at one of the charcoal grills, conveniently located by every shelter, and a game of basketball at our recently resurfaced courts!

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  • Sarah Pawlowski is a returning communications intern for the Town of Brownsburg. She is a recent graduate of Butler University with degrees in Political Science and Strategic Communication. Although not a Brownsburg native, she was introduced to the town through a soap felting class at Montrose Farms and fell in love with the lively main street and charming local businesses! After interning with the Town last summer, she is grateful to be back for another season. Sarah enjoys trying new coffee shops, thrifting, and spending time in the outdoors.

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