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17477 County Road 46
New Paris, IN 46526
+1 (574) 535-6458
https://elkhartcountyparks.org
Nestled in the River Preserve County Park, DeFries Gardens is a reminder of our human connection to the environment. This 13-acre site was once a private homestead and features several gardens including a four-season Calendar Garden, Homestead Garden, and Culinary Garden.

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5.02 reviews
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Richard P.
8/1/2025

As a lifelong Hoosier, I've long said that I believe Indiana to be an underrated state in terms of beauty, nature, and opportunities for tourism. I'm a longtime fan of Elkhart County, a weaving...

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Jason H.
1/26/2016

Beautiful and well cared for. The couple times I have been here I had the place to myself. Its one of the nicer access points on the River Preserve.

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