Indiana has a pretty incredible history, and it has changed a lot over the past few centuries. While the Indiana of today has bustling cities, charming small towns, and a plethora of natural attractions to explore, there are also abandoned buildings, attractions, and towns that are being reclaimed by nature. In fact, many Hoosiers have forgotten about this now vacant ghost town in rural Indiana.
Travel along the White River in Martin County and you'll eventually be led to the ghost town of Hindostan Falls. Located directly between New Albany and Vincennes, this now ghost town was formerly a bustling stop along a popular stagecoach route in the early 1800s.
Hindostan Falls was once one of the most promising, up-and-coming towns along the White River in what was then Daviess County. In 1820, approximately 1,200 people occupied this town, living mostly in houseboats.
At this time, Hindostan Falls was actually one of the largest Indiana frontier settlements, but this high population came at a price. Since visitors came and went frequently along the stagecoach route, it left Hindostan Falls particularly vulnerable to disease. In 1820, a severe case of yellow fever spread through the town, causing a widespread epidemic. On top of this, an economic depression hit the town. Many residents died or fled to safer communities and by 1830, this bustling little town was no more.
Today, Hindostan Falls remains a relatively unknown rural treasure for Hoosiers. It's now a state fishing and recreational area, making it a prime spot to camp or hike. Visitors can even spot pioneer cemeteries and holes in the ground from former buildings form the town's historic past.
Though no buildings remain from this town's former glory, the rural recreational area that's been erected in its places serves as a wonderful testament to this former pioneer town in the Hoosier state.
You can find Hindostan Falls here located within Center Township or Martin County.
Have you ever visited this historic ghost town turned outdoor paradise in Indiana? For more incredible ghost towns to explore, check out this ultimate ghost town road trip through the Hoosier state.
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