Rhodius Park

Welcome to Rhodius Park located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The City of Indianapolis first purchased this land from the family of George Rhodius, a son of German immigrants, in the second decade of the 20th century. His mother Maria was a wealthy businesswoman, considered by many to be one of the best of her kind in the city. George himself was considered legally insane and died in 1909, leaving this land to the City of Indianapolis. His dying request was "I recommend that it be done with the end of giving breathing space to the poor element of our city. This being my native city and the city where my mother lived and we both loved it and wished only for it's good."

Today Rhodius Park boasts numerous youth and adult recreational programs, a sledding hill for snowy days, four lighted tennis courts, and much more. Come out and have fun! To contact the staff or reserve a facility please call 317-327-7191.

When visiting any park owned by the City of Indianapolis please respect the rules.

1. Unless otherwise posted all parks close at sunset and open at sunrise.

2. All animals must be leashed and waste removed.

3. All burning is restricted to picnic grills.

4. All Vehicles must stay in designated areas and obey all State of Indiana traffic laws.

5. Possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages requires special permit.

6. All cyclists must stay in designated areas.

7. All sales and soliciations require special permit.

Please respect these rules and all local, State of Indiana, and United States statutes.