Lying on the banks of the Ohio River, Evansville is a perfect holiday destination for outdoor adventure seekers. The area has plenty of hills with caves and camping grounds. There are also several nature trails ideal for walking, hiking, mountain biking, and bird and wildlife watching. The Blue Grass Creek has boat ramps, fishing piers, and hunting grounds. Angel Mounds State Historic Site has earthen mounds, a museum, and a nature preserve with hiking and biking trails. Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden is an exciting place for children. The zoo houses African, Asian, and North American wild animals and birds. The Koch Family Children’s Museum and Evansville Museum of Arts, History, and Science have play-based interactive exhibits and a planetarium.