Are ticks a problem in Hendricks County?

There have been 151 tick reports near Hendricks County, IN, with 0 bites and 151 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Hendricks County?

The most commonly reported tick species in Hendricks County include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Hendricks County, IN

151 tick reports from the Hendricks County, IN area.

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151

Total Reports

151

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Hendricks County

Unidentified150 (99%)

Deer Tick1 (1%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Hendricks County

Ticks are active in Hendricks County, IN and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 99% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days