About this city
Also known as: The Quaker Town
Plainfield is an economically robust, dynamic city located in eastern Hendricks County, Indiana, positioned immediately west of Indianapolis and the Indianapolis International Airport. Originally incorporated in 1839 as a peaceful Quaker settlement along the historic National Road, the city has evolved into one of the premier industrial logistics and distribution hubs in the American Midwest. Plainfield pairs its massive, high-tech warehousing parks and thriving corporate sectors with exceptional master-planned community assets. It is highly celebrated for its extensive, beautifully maintained linear park and trail networks, offering a sophisticated suburban lifestyle blending heavy economic utility with family recreation.
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Suggested stay: 1 day
Shop and dine in the open-air pedestrian pathways of the upscale Shops at Perry Crossing. Splash around at the massive, family-friendly Splash Island Outdoor Water Park. Hike or run along the beautiful scenic paths of the Plainfield Trail System connecting multiple town parks. Explore historic Quaker pioneer meetinghouses in the old heritage districts.
