Prophetstown State Park

Battleground, Indiana

Kevin K. Parsons & Associates was the planning and design consultant for the Phase I Design, Construction documentation, and Construction Administration for Prophetstown State Park. The project included a total revision of the earlier master plan for the park due to the discovery of a large ‘fen’ wetland on the property, which became a primary natural feature of the 3000 acre ‘prairie style ‘ park. Extensive cultural, natural history and archaeological features within the park site and provide for educational and interpretive activities. A 2.5 mile long bike and hiking trail is included through the entire phase 1 of the park. Phase 1 includes: a 110 site universal family campground, a unique glacial boulder faced highway bridge, native landscapes, ADA playgrounds, rest areas, picnic areas, nature center, park roads, signage and more.

This unique project was planned and designed utilizing ‘green’ and sustainable design practices where feasible. The theme was based on the use of indigenous and site based materials, native plants, and the original post glaciation prairies. Glacial boulders were from on-site sources and became the unifying building material throughout.