Nature lovers who want to save money in Indiana, this is the weekend for you. The Hoosier state has free fishing and park entrance opportunities.

Sept. 27 is the last Free Fishing Day of 2025. Indiana residents can fish public waters with or without a license.

For Indianapolis sites, visit on.IN.gov/where2fish .

Indianapolis-area fishing outing resources can be found at the new Fishing Trip Planner.

The date is also National Public Lands Day, the National Environmental Education Foundation’s nationwide event promoting the usage and volunteerism on public lands. Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now.

See dnr.IN.gov/places-to-go/events or on.IN.gov/dnrvolunteer for listings of programs in Indiana.

Free state park admission Sunday

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