Parks Department

The Parks Department provides seven parks covering over 127 acres. Features and amenities vary by park but include walking/hiking trails, soccer fields, shelters, playground areas, restrooms and more. Wellness programs such as dance and yoga are offered for all ages. The Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Center and Schroeder Facility are available to rent for weddings, receptions, parties, meetings and other events. Call 812-438-2700 to inquire about parks, rentals or programs.

Park Locations

ParkSizeLocation
Shiner Community Park26 AcresBehind Ohio County Elementary Middle School on Shiner Blvd.,Rising Sun.
Arnold’s Creek Boat Ramp15 AcresLocated on Hwy 56, 2 miles out of Rising Sun.
Schroeder Facility23.843 AcresLocated at 1419 Fairgrounds Rd., Rising Sun.
Bear Branch Community Park5 Acres Located on Milton Bear Branch Road
River Front Park.67 AcresLocated on Front Street in Rising Sun
Plum Street Park1/3 of AcreLocated at the Corner of Plum and Front in Rising Sun
Turner Park1/2 AcreLocated on Burgess Avenue in Rising Sun
Denver Siekman Park60 AcresLocated at 3334 Walston Road, Rising Sun
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