Shambaugh Park

Batter Up: Baseball & Softball Haven

Tucked away on Indy's west side, Shambaugh Park (also known as Randy Shambaugh Baseball Park) is basically baseball central for the local community. With six different fields scattered across the grounds, players of all ages can find their perfect diamond - from the tiniest tee-ballers to teenagers honing their skills. There's even one full-sized field for the grown-ups who aren't quite ready to hang up their cleats.

The park accommodates players at every stage of their baseball/softball journey. Whether you're watching your kindergartener's first-ever game or cheering on competitive league play, the atmosphere remains welcoming and community-focused. Need to work on that fastball? The park's pitching cage gives you space to perfect your technique between games.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

When you're not on the field, you can kick back at one of the picnic tables or benches positioned for optimal game-watching. The main building houses restrooms when it's open, but don't worry if it's not - portable toilets are available as a backup.

There's parking available too, however fair warning: it can fill up pretty quickly during tournament weekends or when multiple games are happening simultaneously. You might want to arrive a bit early on those busy days.

Part of Something Bigger

As one of the many green spaces in the Indianapolis Parks system, Shambaugh Park carries on the city's tradition of providing quality recreational spaces for residents. While its history isn't widely documented, the park is an important space for local baseball and softball communities.

And yes, your four-legged friends are welcome to join you - just remember to clean up after them as you would at any Indy park. It's all about respecting the space that brings so many neighbors together through America's favorite pastime.