Mulberry Fields Park

At-a-Glance

Address: 9645 Whitestown Road, Zionsville, IN 46077
Hours: Open daily from dawn to dusk (pickleball courts open until 11:00 PM)
Admission: Free
Top Amenities: Playground & Splash Pad, 4 Pickleball Courts, Paved Trails, Basketball Court, Skate Park, Sledding Hill, Maplelawn Farmstead
Current Status: Check Zionsville Parks & Rec for Closures & Alerts

Aerial satellite map of Mulberry Fields Park in Zionsville, Indiana, with text labels highlighting the locations of various park features. From left to right, labels indicate Maplelawn Farmstead, the sledding hill and overlook, a large central lawn, four pickleball courts, picnic shelters A through D, the playground, and the splash pad. The upper right section marks the basketball court, skate park, and the parking lot areas. At the top right, a label indicates the Big-4 Rail Trail access across the main road near the roundabout. A compass rose sits in the bottom right corner. — An aerial layout of Mulberry Fields Park, showing the recreational amenities, picnic shelters, and Big-4 Rail Trail access across Whitestown Road. Not pictured is the newer concession building with public restrooms, located near Shelter A.
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Mulberry Fields Park is a 38-acre community park located at Ford Road and Whitestown Road. It serves as a central gathering place in Zionsville, featuring sports fields, paved paths, a splash pad, pickleball courts, a skate park, a playground, and a large hill. It's also a good anchor for a longer outing — things to do in Zionsville are within easy reach from here.

The park is also home to Maplelawn Farmstead, which preserves a piece of local agricultural history on the northwestern edge of the grounds. During the warmer months, the splash pad, playground, and picnic shelters are the center of activity. In the winter, the hill becomes one of the main spots in town for sledding.

Getting There Splash Pad Playground Trails Pickleball Skate Park Basketball Shelters & Rentals Sledding Hill Native Prairie Maplelawn Farmstead FAQ

Getting There

Address: 9645 Whitestown Road, Zionsville, IN 46077

The main entrance leads into a large parking lot within a short walk of the playground, splash pad, shelters, and sports fields. Public restrooms are available near the splash pad area. The Town of Zionsville also opened the concession stand restrooms to the public in March 2026, making facilities easier to access during busy weekends and sports events.

A child playing under the colorful spraying water arches and caterpillar feature at the Mulberry Fields splash pad in Zionsville. — The Mulberry Fields splash pad features interactive water arches and spraying elements activated by an on-demand touch sensor.
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The Splash Pad

For those visiting during the summer, the splash pad is a popular feature for families with younger children — well suited for toddlers through elementary age. The pad has a mix of ground-level jets, tall spray poles, and a large caterpillar arch that kids run through. There is also an overhead pour feature on one end. Next to the main pad, there is a shallow rocky creek where children can wade and explore the stones at a slower pace.

The splash pad is located right next to the playground and several picnic shelters, keeping the active play areas close together.

Splash Pad Season

The splash pad typically runs from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The park is open dawn to dusk year-round.

A child walking along the flat stone slabs next to the shallow, man-made creek section at Mulberry Fields Park. — A shallow, rock-lined stream sits adjacent to the splash pad, providing flat stone slabs where visitors can walk along the edge of the water.
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Playground

The playground sits on a wood mulch surface and is enclosed by a perimeter fence next to Shelter D and the public restroom building. The central double tower has blue peaked roofs, a double slide, and a small climbing panel. A long swing set runs along one side with belt swings, toddler bucket seats, and high-backed adaptive seats.

The largest section is the climbing area, which spans several connected pieces: a rock-climbing wall with colorful holds, arched panels with cutout footholds, and a large overhead frame with monkey bars, rings, a curved-rung ladder, and balance elements geared toward elementary-aged kids.

Trails & Big-4 Rail Trail Access

Two cyclists riding on the paved Big-4 Rail Trail near the perimeter of Mulberry Fields Park in Zionsville. — Paved trail users can transition from the Mulberry Fields loop to the main Big-4 Rail Trail by crossing Whitestown Road.
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The park contains more than 2.5 miles of paved paths and sidewalks that loop around the sports fields, open lawns, and wooded areas. These paths make it easy to walk between the different amenities, and they're also a common route for longer walks or runs around the park. The path that climbs the sledding hill adds a steady incline for anyone looking to work elevation into a workout.

While official maps note the park's proximity to the Big-4 Rail Trail, there is no direct trail connection inside the park grounds. To access the Rail Trail, visitors must exit the park entrance and cross Whitestown Road. Even with the crossing, the park remains a common rest stop for walkers and cyclists who want to take a break, use the restrooms, or let kids use the playground.

Pickleball Courts

There are four dedicated pickleball courts at Mulberry Fields, open daily from dawn until 11:00 PM. Individual reservations are not available for private players; courts operate first-come, first-served using a paddle-lineup system at the gate. Only organized groups, businesses, and nonprofits can reserve court time through the town's Mulberry Fields reservation page.

To check whether any courts are reserved for a given day, the town's reservation calendar shows each court's schedule and availability. Each court has to be selected individually from the dropdown.

Skate Park

Mulberry Fields Skate Park is a fenced concrete skate area with a bowl, ramps, rails, ledges, stairs, and open flat space. The layout gives skaters room to practice basic skills, work on tricks, or move through longer lines across the concrete course. Seating along the edge makes it easy for spectators to watch from the side.

Basketball Court

Mulberry Fields has a full outdoor basketball court with two hoops and marked court lines. The paved surface has room for shooting, one-on-one play, and full-court games. Open to the public and free to use — no registration required.

Picnic Shelters & Rentals

There are four picnic shelters available for community use or formal rental, labeled A, B, C, and D. Each shelter includes moveable picnic tables and overhead lighting, though specific amenities vary.

Shelter	Tables	Electricity	Water	Grill	Nearby Features
A	5	Yes	Yes	No	Public restroom, sports fields, concession stand
B	4	Yes	Yes	Yes	Public restrooms
C	5	Yes	No	Yes	Public restrooms, splash pad
D	4	No	No	No	Public restroom, splash pad, playground

For those who want to stay close to the splash pad and playground, Shelter C and Shelter D are the closest options. Shelter A sits closer to the athletic fields and the concession building.

Shelters are reserved through the Mulberry Fields reservation page. The town offers two shifts: dawn to 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM to dusk. Fees vary by residency status and day of the week.

Families climbing and sledding down the snow-covered public sledding hill at Mulberry Fields Park in Zionsville during winter. — The large hill at Mulberry Fields Park provides an open view of the grounds in summer and serves as the town's primary public sledding hill during the winter.
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The Sledding Hill

The large hill on the property is a defining feature of the park landscape. In the spring and summer, it offers an open view across the fields and serves as a quiet spot to sit. Once there is enough snow in the winter, it becomes the primary sledding hill for the community.

Flat limestone steps and native prairie grasses along the man-made rocky creek bed at Mulberry Fields Park. — Flat limestone slabs line the man-made creek bed, where surrounding native prairie plantings work alongside the landscape to naturally filter stormwater runoff.
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Native Prairie & Natural Areas

In addition to the active recreation spaces, a significant portion of Mulberry Fields Park is dedicated to native prairie and natural landscapes. Approximately 11 acres—nearly one-third of the park — are dedicated to native Indiana prairie. The natural spaces span the eastern portion of the property, the southern perimeter, and the slopes of the sledding hill, which feature a mix of native shrubs and trees.

The park's landscape was designed by RATIO, the Indianapolis architecture and landscape firm that led the master plan. The prairie areas were seeded using locally sourced Indiana stock chosen to restore the natural ecosystem, and even the parking lot islands feature mature prairie dropseed.

Educational signage throughout the park highlights specific native species — Coneflower, False Sunflower, and Liatris — chosen for their role in water filtration, wildlife habitat, and year-round visual interest. The rocky creek next to the splash pad is part of this integrated design: runoff from the play area channels through the stone-lined creek bed, where surrounding native plantings work alongside the park's engineered bioswales and infiltration basins to filter stormwater naturally.

For more detail on the park's native landscape design, see the Indiana Native Plant Society's Mulberry Fields page for site plans and full plant lists.

Maplelawn Farmstead

On the northwestern corner of the park grounds sits Maplelawn Farmstead, located at 9575 Whitestown Road. This historic 3.5-acre site operates as a separate educational area within the park.

The farmstead preserves and shares the history of Indiana rural life during the 1930s Great Depression era. The original homestead dates back to 1835, and the surrounding acreage was acquired by the town in 2003 to establish Mulberry Fields. Check the Zionsville events calendar for upcoming tours, outdoor movies, and seasonal workshops.

Mulberry Fields Park remains open year-round from dawn to dusk. Individual amenities, including the splash pad and organized programs, follow separate seasonal schedules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the splash pad hours at Mulberry Fields? The splash pad typically runs from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The park is open dawn to dusk. For questions, contact the Zionsville Parks Department at 317-733-2273.

How do I arrange a Mulberry Fields shelter rental for an event? Shelter rentals are booked through the Mulberry Fields reservation page. The park has four shelters, and fees depend on residency status, date, and whether you're booking a half-day or full-day slot.

Is Mulberry Fields connected to the Big-4 Rail Trail? Not directly from within the park grounds. Accessing the Rail Trail requires exiting the park and crossing Whitestown Road. However, because it sits just across the street, the park remains a convenient stop for trail users to take a break, use the restrooms, or access the playground.

Are the pickleball courts reservable? The four pickleball courts are open to the public daily until 11:00 PM. Private individuals cannot reserve a court and must use the shared paddle system at the gate. Only registered businesses, nonprofits, and leagues can formalize reservations through the town.

Is there a sledding hill at Mulberry Fields? Yes. The large hill at the west end of the park is open for sledding whenever snow conditions allow. No registration or fee is required.

Official Resources

Park information: Town of Zionsville — Mulberry Fields
Shelter reservations: Mulberry Fields reservation page
Maplelawn Farmstead: Maplelawn Farmstead Official Site