Discover Ox Bow

Packed with activities and amenities, it’s not hard to see why this park is so well-loved.

Park Address

23033 County Road 45
Goshen, IN 46528

Directions to Ox Bow

Park Hours

January, February, November, December - 9 AM-6 PM
March, October - 9 AM-7 PM
April, September - 9 AM-8 PM
May, June, July, August - 9 AM-9 PM

Park hours subject to change without notice.

If you’re looking for a park to explore and play all day, you’ve come to the right place. Mere minutes from Elkhart and Goshen, Ox Bow County Park offers countless ways to make the most out of your visit–from nature programs and woodland hikes to archery and disc golf, you’ll be spoiled for choice on what to do next.

Park Admission

A daily entry fee is required for all motorized vehicles. For pedestrians arriving by bicycle or on foot, admission is free.

Vehicle Entrance Fee: $3/vehicle
Annual Pass: $25/year


Park Map

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Things to Do

Ox Bow is packed with opportunities for outdoor sports and recreation.

Archery

The NW end of the park features an Archery Range. Daily use is $1 with park admission, or $10/Annual Pass (free for ages 15 & younger)

Disc Golf

The Flying Disc Sanctuary includes a 24-hole technical course that is popular with local disc golfers and clubs. Daily use with park admission is $3, or $20/Annual Pass.

Field Sports

Two athletic fields offer wide expanses for tackling team sports, like soccer, volleyball, and flag football.

Fishing

Ox Bow’s Elkhart River provides almost unlimited opportunities for fishing and features multiple piers and sites to cast a line.

Hiking

Meandering trails through woodlands and wetlands offer great views and easy hikes. Go solo, or bring a friend, or the whole family!

Snow Sports

In the winter months, the park features groomed trails and two sledding hills and a warming house for an afternoon of snow-filled fun.

Upcoming Events

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Junior Naturalist Day

04/18/2026 10:00 am
$5/child
8-10
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Hiking Club

07/21/2026 6:00 pm
Free
ALL
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Adventure Bike Camp

07/15/2026 12:00 pm
$50/camper (Limit 20)
10-13
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Adventure Bike Camp

07/14/2026 12:00 pm
$50/camper (Limit 20)
10-13
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Adventure Bike Camp

07/13/2026 12:00 pm
$50/camper (Limit 20)
10-13
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Spokes & Scoops Bike Ride

07/11/2026 5:30 pm
$3/vehicle gate fee (No Registration Required)
ALL
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Books & Boots

07/10/2026 1:00 pm
Free
8-12
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Nature Nuts: Water Bugs

07/08/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Nature Nuts: Water Bugs

07/07/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Nature Explorer Day Camp

07/01/2026 9:00 am
$40/child (Limit 15)
7-9
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Nature Explorer Day Camp

06/30/2026 9:00 am
$40/child (Limit 15)
7-9
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Nature Explorer Day Camp

06/29/2026 9:00 am
$40/child (Limit 15)
7-9
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Hiking Club

06/16/2026 6:00 pm
Free
ALL
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Trail Trekkers: Mammals

06/15/2026 1:30 pm
$2/child (Limit 15)
6-9
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Elkhart County Stand Down

06/13/2026 11:00 am
Free
ALL
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Books & Boots

06/12/2026 1:00 pm
Free
8-12
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Spokes & Scoops Bike Ride

06/06/2026 11:00 am
$3/vehicle gate fee + food money (Limit 10)
ALL
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The North American Beaver

06/05/2026 8:00 pm
$3 Vehicle Entrance Fee (No Registration Required)
ALL
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Nature Nuts: Plant Parts

06/03/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Nature Nuts: Plant Parts

06/02/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Trail Trekkers: Who is Waking Up

05/18/2026 7:00 pm
$2/child (Limit 15)
6-9
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The Peaceful Path

05/16/2026 2:00 pm
$3 Vehicle Entrance Fee (Limit 15)
ALL
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Trail Running Club

05/12/2026 5:30 pm
$3 Vehicle Entrance Fee (Limit 12)
12+ (under 16 must be accompanied by adult)
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Wild Edibles

05/10/2026 2:00 pm
$7/person (Limit 15)
ALL
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Dogapalooza

05/09/2026 10:00 am
Free
ALL
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Books & Boots

05/08/2026 1:00 pm
Free
8-12
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Nature Nuts: Animal Babies

05/06/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Nature Nuts: Animal Babies

05/05/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Peanut Butter Bird Bistro

05/04/2026 1:30 pm
$3/person (Limit 12)
ALL
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Roosting Box Workshop

04/24/2026 6:00 pm
$20/box (Limit 15)
10+
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Art In The Park

04/11/2026 1:00 pm
$3 Vehicle Entrance Fee (No Registration Required)
ALL
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Books & Boots

04/10/2026 1:00 pm
Free
8-12
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Nature Nuts: Frogs

04/08/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Nature Nuts: Frogs

04/07/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Wildflower Walk

04/01/2026 5:00 pm
$3 Vehicle Entrance Fee (No Registration Required)
ALL
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St. Patty's Day Scavenger Hunt

03/17/2026 4:00 pm
Free
All
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Survival: Orienteering

03/14/2026 12:00 pm
$2/person (Limit 25)
All
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Books & Boots

03/13/2026 1:00 pm
Free
8-12
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Nature Nuts: Teeth

03/04/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Nature Nuts: Teeth

03/03/2026 9:30 am
$4/child (Limit 12)
3-5
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Signs of Spring Walk

02/28/2026 12:00 pm
$3/vehicle entrance fee
All
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Facilities at Ox Bow

Ox Bow Park features eight rentable facilities and sites.

Stable Shelter

Capacity110

Fee$130

Red Pines Campfire

Capacity50

Fee$50

Hickory Hill Chapel

Capacity50

Fee$100

Fisherman’s Camp Shelter

Capacity75

Fee$150

Honey Locust Shelter

Capacity75

Fee$120

Coffee Tree Shelter

Capacity50

Fee$100

Ox Bow Haus Shelter

Capacity50

Fee$180

Security Deposit$100

Cottonwood Shelter

Capacity75

Fee$150

Black Maple Shelter

Capacity50

Fee$100