You'll want to have your camera close at hand when you visit this protected natural landscape. It draws many tourists who come to Central Indiana. Also deserving of a few photos is Lake Waveland. Not far from Shades State Park, it's another of this area's big drawcards.
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Lake Waveland
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Waveland during your travels in Waveland. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Crawfordsville Aquatic Center
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Enjoy an outing to Crawfordsville Aquatic Center during your stay in Crawfordsville. Discover the area's festivals and churches.
Malcolm X Institute of Black Studies
Explore the campus of Malcolm X Institute of Black Studies during your visit to Crawfordsville. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Kathleen J. Steele Park
After visiting Kathleen J. Steele Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Crawfordsville. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Lilly Library
After visiting Lilly Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Crawfordsville. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Wabash College
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Explore the campus of Wabash College, during your trip to Crawfordsville. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
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Sugar Creek Cabin w/ Nordic spa bordering 2 state parks!
Waveland IN

Quaint Apartment - 10 Min from Turkey Run and Shades, Pet Friendly
Waveland IN

Cozy lakefront cabin with kayaks
Crawfordsville IN

Hampton Inn & Suites Crawfordsville
2895 Gandhi Drive Crawfordsville IN

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Marshall IN

Comfort Inn
2991 N. Gandhi St. Crawfordsville IN

Quaint century-old home just minutes from Turkey Run & Shades State Park w Sauna
Marshall IN

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Crawfordsville by IHG
2506 N. Lafayette Road Crawfordsville IN
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