If you’re on the hunt for the perfect winter wonderland in Indiana, it’s hard to pick just one! However, for this article, we’re going to focus on a frozen cascade that is spectacular— and it happens to be in the oldest state park in Indiana! Grab your warmest jacket and let’s bundle up for this winter hike through McCormick’s Creek State Park in Spencer Indiana.

A day trip to McCormick's Creek State Park is always a treat, but during the winter months, it takes on a very special magic.
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Covered in snow from "head to toe," the park becomes everything a winter wonderland lover could possibly ask for.
Some parts of the creek still run as liquid water, and the snow peppered around the banks adds a special whimsy.
McCormick's Creek State Park
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But the most special part of all, we think, are the numerous frozen waterfalls scattered around the entire park.
McCormick's Creek State Park
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Sure, they're gorgeous in the spring and summer, but when they freeze over around this time of year, it's a nature lovers' dream come true.

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Although it's most popular for visitors in the summertime, winter affords McCormick's Creek State Park something very special.
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Make sure to bundle up and bring your camera — you sure won't want to ever forget the pristine beauty of Indiana ice-falls.
There's much more to do at the park than just ogle the falls, of course (although if you wanted to do that all day, we definitely get it).
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Enjoy activities like camping — in either electricity-connected or primitive campgrounds — and hiking. Just be careful of ice.
We're pretty sure that you and your family will find something to adore about this park no matter what the season is.
McCormick's Creek State Park
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Of course, it gets super cold during this time of year, so make sure to bundle up!
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Wear closed-toed shoes and thick socks — if your feet get wet at all, you're going to have a very, very cold time!

Check out this incredible YouTube video by Slone’s Wilderness Expeditions showing an epic winter hike inside McCormick’s Creek State Park.

For more information on this gorgeous winter adventure, check out the McCormick’s Creek State Park website. It offers up all kinds of information about camping, hiking, and all the other fun things you can do at McCormick’s Creek.

Have you ever gone hunting for frozen waterfalls? Share your experiences in the comments! Also, some of the trails inside the park might be closed, so be sure to download your free trial of AllTrails+ to be informed about trail conditions as well as have access to offline maps.

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What are some more frozen waterfalls in Indiana worth visiting?

Whether you’re an expert or a novice hiker who love chasing cascades, these are the best frozen waterfalls in Indiana worth visiting:

  • Acres Land Trust Waterfalls, Huntertown
  • Cataract Falls, Spencer
  • Anderson Falls, Hartsville
  • Hominy Ridge, Lagro
  • Big Clifty Falls, Madison
  • Williamsport Falls, Williamsport
  • Muscatatuck Park Waterfalls, North Vernon
  • Kokiwanee Falls, Lagro
  • France Park Falls, Logansport
  • Hathaway Nature Preserve, Wabash

 

Don’t forget to read our previous article to discover more about these frozen waterfalls in Indiana. 

What are some more state parks in Indiana that are great during the winter months?

If you’re searching for outdoor adventure during the colder months, here are some of the state parks in Indiana that transform into winter wonderlands:

  • Summit Lake State Park, New Castle
  • Charlestown State Park, Charlestown
  • Pokagon State Park, Angola
  • Shades State Park, Waveland
  • Clifty Falls State Park, Madison
  • O'Bannon Woods State Park, Corydon
  • Chain O’ Lakes State Park, Albion
  • Turkey Run State Park, Marshall
  • Indiana Dunes State Park, Chesterton
  • Brown County State Park, Nashville
  • Fort Harrison State Park, Indianapolis

 

Check out our article telling you more about these state parks in Indiana that are great during the winter season. 

What are the best winter hikes in Indiana?

There are lots of hiking trails in Indiana that are great when it’s cold outside, and these are the best winter hikes in Indiana that we recommend: 

  • Low Gap Trail: Morgan-Monroe State Forest, Martinsville
  • Hemlock Cliffs National Scenic Trail, English
  • Cowles Bog: Indiana Dunes National Park, Porter
  • Ed Dailey Nature Trail, Spencer
  • Ohio River Bluff Hiking Trail, Corydon
  • People's Pathway Putnam Nature Trailhead, Greencastle
  • Fall Creek Trail, Indianapolis
  • Red-Tailed Ridge Trail, North Salem
  • Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, Goshen
  • Natural Valley Ranch, Brownsburg

 

Be sure to read our article to find out more about these winter hikes in Indiana.

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