Indiana's state parks and recreation areas are some of the best outdoor places to visit this time of year. The Hoosier state boasts an impressive twenty-four state parks, twenty-two fish and wildlife areas, fourteen state forests, and dozens of nature preserves. Just outside of Bluffton, along the…
Read MoreWith mild weather and a nip in the air, Fall is the ideal time to get outdoors. Whether you are longing for a peaceful, scenic stroll, a rugged hike for experienced trekkers, or something in between, southern Indiana has an abundance of tours, paths, and trails to suit everyone’s skill and energy…
Read MoreThe fire tower at McCormick’s Creek State Park is back in business. Even though the original purpose is gone, the newly renovated structure offers an easy climb and beautiful views. Joanna Beasley Suitors gets a look around the treetops in the newly opened fire tower at McCormick’s Creek State…
Read MoreCanyons, Waterfalls, Swamps, Dunes and even an Abandoned Theme Park! Indiana’s hiking trails are as different as they are challenging. In 2019, the Indiana Department of Resources put together a list of 33 nominees to go head-to-head for the crown of the Best Indiana Hiking Trail. View the winners…
Read MoreStairs can be tiring to climb, but they can also be absolutely beautiful to look at. We've compiled a list of 15 staircases throughout the Hoosier state that provide a unique climb and a photo-worthy visual just begging for a spot in your Instagram feed. Lanier Mansion State Historic Site -…
Read MoreAs the cooler weather and changing leaves draw you outside and into Indiana's forests, don't forget that going up is an option. Yes, up — above the treetops. So, how do you get a bird's-eye view like this? From the basket of a hot air balloon? No. Through the window of a small plane? Nope. Hitching…
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