Wesselman Woods
Parks & Playgrounds in Evansville, Indiana
4.6 (274)
| Category | Parks & Playgrounds Β· Education center, Hiking area, Tourist attraction |
|---|---|
| Address | 551 N Boeke Rd, Evansville, IN 47711 |
| Street | North Boeke Road |
| Area | Evansville, Indiana |
| Phone | (812) 479-0771 |
| Google rating | 4.6 (274) |
| Source | Google Maps and public records Β· listed Oct 22, 2026 |
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 amβ5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 amβ5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 amβ5 pm |
| Friday | 9 amβ5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 amβ5 pm |
| Sunday | 12β5 pm |
About Wesselman Woods
The Wesselman Woods (WW) is a 501c(3) not-for-profit, environmental organization. Working in partnership with the City of Evansville, Wesselman Woods provides environmental education and outdoor recreation experiences designed to awaken the senses and enrich the lives of area residents and visitors.
This plot of old-growth forest is the largest tract of virgin, old-growth forest within any city limits in the United States. As an Indiana Nature Preserve and National Natural Landmark, Wesselman Woods is a surviving remnant of Southern Indianaβs original forests.
Wesselman Woods is one of the parks & playgrounds listed in Evansville, Indiana. The business is registered at 551 N Boeke Rd, Evansville, IN 47711; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as education center, hiking area, tourist attraction, so it may cover more than the name suggests.
The business lists hours on 6 days of the week. On most of those days it is open 9 amβ5 pm. It is closed on Monday. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. The listed phone number is (812) 479-0771. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, wesselmanwoods.org.
Customers rate it 4.6 out of 5 on Google across 274 reviews.
How Wesselman Woods compares with other parks & playgrounds in Evansville
- Among the 9 parks & playgrounds in Evansville with at least 20 reviews, only 1 is rated higher than its 4.6.
- It usually closes at 5 PM, earlier than 6 of the 7 parks & playgrounds in Evansville that publish their hours, so check the time before a late visit.
- It shares North Boeke Road with 3 other listed businesses.
- Nearest other parks & playgrounds: Roberts Park (0.4 mi), Wesselman Park (0.5 mi), Stockwell Park (1.3 mi)
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Lisa Underhill 5 months ago
The wooden playground inside Wesselman's woods is amazing
Julina Stout a year ago
Youβll find nature, places for kids to run around and play, and the oldest trees in Indiana. There is a nature center with educational exhibits and hands on learning for kids. There are lookouts on the water with fish and turtles to observe. The trails are easy and shaded in lush greenery.
Scott Ball a year ago
Beautiful area. Great trails, nature center is very nice and has lots of information. The contrast is stark between being in the woods and having the city surrounding you. The trees are amazing, and the bird life is abundant. Highly recommend seeing this very unique place.
Kennedy Salts a year ago
Iβve been a fan of Wesselman Woods my entire life and it has never disappointed me. The remodel and Tree House are so cool! It really was an excellent choice and adds so much educational value in such a fun way! Iβm so glad these woods exist- now my daughter can enjoy the Woods and learn to love it as much as I do.
Sarah Hartman 2 years ago
The nature center and nature preserve are beautiful. Admission is reasonable and the staff are friendly. The grounds are maintained as natural woods and theyβre quiet and lush with growth. The walking trails are clearly marked and kept clean and walkable.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wesselman Woods located?
Wesselman Woods is at 551 N Boeke Rd, Evansville, IN 47711, in Evansville, Indiana. Use the βOpen in Google Mapsβ button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Wesselman Woods?
Wesselman Woods is listed as a park and is also tagged on Google as education center, hiking area, tourist attraction.
What are the hours of Wesselman Woods?
Published hours are Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9 amβ5 pm; Wednesday: 9 amβ5 pm; Thursday: 9 amβ5 pm; Friday: 9 amβ5 pm; Saturday: 9 amβ5 pm; Sunday: 12β5 pm. It is closed on Monday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is Wesselman Woods open on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday it is open 12β5 pm.
What is the phone number of Wesselman Woods?
You can call Wesselman Woods at (812) 479-0771.
How is Wesselman Woods rated on Google?
Wesselman Woods has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 274 reviews.
Does Wesselman Woods have a website?
Yes, the website of Wesselman Woods is wesselmanwoods.org (linked on this page).
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