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The Rail Trail Path in Indiana That’s Better Than Most Hikes

There’s no need to hike when you wheel or wander along this scenic Indiana rail trail

by Stephanie Frias
on May 21
Centennial Park in Munster, Indiana along the Pennsy Greenway, a rail trail in Indiana
Nature

4 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Indiana for a Spring Hike

by Trent Jonas
on Apr 25
Tiered waterfall at Big Clifty Falls with pink redbud blossoms in Clifty Falls State Park, Indiana.
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Shades State Park: The Small-Town Indiana Hidden Gem Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

by Melanie Johnson
on Apr 22
A wooden staircase leading through lush green foliage in a forested area at Shades State Park in Indiana.
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This Might Be the Most Demanding Hike You Can Do in Indiana

by Jacki Mick
on Jan 21
A weathered, leafless tree trunk frames a vast, rolling green valley under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds.
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Find 3 Bucket-List-Level Views in Indiana Without Needing To Be an Expert Hiker

by Cait Kontalis
on Dec 19
A river running through a forest.

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This Scenic Indiana Trail Is Even Better in the Winter

This Indiana trail is best hiked in winter. Explore jaw-dropping canyons that are even more gorgeous when they’re covered in snow.

by Aimee Long
on Dec 9
A snowy canyon in Turkey Run State Park
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Hiking

This Is the Most Claustrophobic Hike in Indiana—Would You Try It?

Beneath Indiana’s wide-open sky hides a narrow world of stone and green. Step down, slow down, and see a wilder side of the Midwest.

by Jacki Mick
on Nov 22
Stunning wide view of a sun-drenched forest framed by the mouth of a large rock shelter or cave.
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Hiking

This Sandy 1.5-Mile Hike at Indiana Dunes State Park Is Worth the Challenge

Go to Indiana Dunes National Park, but don’t skip the state park and this unforgettable dune trail.

by Stephanie Frias
on Oct 25
A man standing on a wide, sandy beach between a forested sand dune and turquoise water with waves
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Hiking

5 Underrated National Forest Hikes in Indiana That Rival National Parks

Discover five hidden gem hiking trails in this Indiana national forest that offer stunning views and memorable experiences.

by Noah Morriss
on Aug 19
A mushroom found along the trail.
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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Best State Park Beaches in Indiana to Visit to Close Out Summer

When you think of beaches, Indiana doesn't come to mind? Think again. These Indiana state park beaches will surprise you.

by Jacki Mick
on Aug 15
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