Coxhall Gardens is a 125-acre park located on the west side of Carmel, Indiana at the northeast corner of 116th Street and Towne Road. You can’t miss the iconic twin 90-foot bell towers that welcome you at the entrances and chime each hour. Jesse and Beulah Cox donated this land to Hamilton County Parks and Recreation in 1999 with the intent “to be an oasis amidst a sea of homes.”

Coxhall Gardens is a popular location for weddings and other celebrations, particularly the dramatic Coxhall Gardens Centerpiece, which features a gazebo, fountains and tiered lawn seating with a gorgeous backdrop perfect for photos. 

Today, Coxhall Gardens is one of Carmel’s most popular and picturesque parks, with plenty of green space to spread out, flat paved trails ideal for walking and biking, and a recreation lake. Families will also love the Children's Garden, a special space for kids to explore a pretend city with colorful storefronts, build in a giant sandbox, play on peek-a-boo hills and more.

Colorful village in the Children's Garden (top) (left)

East and West Bell Towers are 90 feet tall (left) (right)

Frequently Asked Questions About Coxhall Gardens

 

Is Coxhall Gardens free to visit?

Coxhall Gardens is free and open to the public year-round from dawn to dusk in Carmel, Indiana. Some areas of the park may occasionally close for private events like weddings.

 

What can you do at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel?

Visitors to Coxhall Gardens can walk or bike paved trails, fish in the recreation lake, enjoy the Children’s Garden, fly kites, picnic, attend seasonal concerts and explore the park’s gardens and green space. Kids can enjoy the Children’s Garden area and a small playground, too.

Coxhall Gardens is also a popular place to take prom photos, family portraits or senior photos. The picturesque Centerpiece area features tiered lawn seating, fountains and a gazebo, and twin, 90-foot clock towers chime each hour, adding to the ambiance. 

 

Are there things for kids to do at Coxhall Gardens? 

Yes! A Children's Garden features colorful storefronts for kids to use in pretend play, a giant sandbox area, a small playground and more. This area has a parking lot and restrooms nearby for convenience. 

 

Can you fish at Coxhall Gardens?

Fishing is permitted at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel. The park’s lake is a popular spot for casual fishing and outdoor recreation.

 

Can you host weddings and events at Coxhall Gardens?

Coxhall Gardens hosts weddings, family gatherings and special events throughout the year. The Centerpiece, Coxhall Mansion and Cripe Pavilion are available for rentals and private events. The Centerpiece includes a gazebo, fountain and tiered amphitheater seating. The Ritz Charles manages the facilities at Coxhall Gardens.

Coxhall Gardens is also ideal to host family reunions and other social gatherings, be it a formal gathering or a casual picnic.

 

What attractions and restaurants are near Coxhall Gardens?

Coxhall Gardens is located near West Park, restaurants in Carmel and attractions throughout Hamilton County. Nearby dining options include Sahm’s Ale House Village of West Clay or Danny Boy Beer Works.