The Best Conservation area in East Chicago, Indiana

Welcome to Tod Park, your serene escape nestled in the heart of East Chicago, Indiana. Located at 533 West 140th Street, Tod Park offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Our beautifully maintained park is perfect for families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors. At Tod Park, you'll find lush green spaces ideal for picnics, leisurely strolls, or simply relaxing with a good book. Our walking trails are perfect for a morning jog or an afternoon walk, providing a scenic backdrop of local flora and fauna. Children can enjoy our well-equipped playground, while sports enthusiasts can make use of our open fields for a friendly game of soccer or frisbee.

Welcome to Ivanhoe North Nature Preserve Nestled in the heart of Gary, Indiana, on Hobart Street, the Ivanhoe North Nature Preserve offers a rare glimpse into a globally unique natural community known as "dune and swale." This remarkable landscape, formed thousands of years ago when ancient glacial Lake Chicago receded, features a series of linear sandy beach ridges interspersed with narrow wetlands. This distinctive topography, reminiscent of the rings of a tree, can be seen extending inland from the shores of Lake Michigan in aerial photographs from the early 1930s.