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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

The Most Beautiful Lake in Indiana That Most People Have Never Heard Of

Tucked away and often overlooked, this stunning lake in Indiana offers incredible views and peaceful surroundings. Here’s why it’s worth the trip.

by Jacki Mick
on Jul 18
Wide view of Deam Lake, Indiana reflecting white clouds and blue sky surrounded by green forest.
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Devil’s Backbone Sounds Scary, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in Indiana

by Jessica Mlinaric
on Jul 14
Hikers cross a narrow stone ridge above a forest on Devil's Backbone Trail at Pine Hills Nature Preserve , Montgomery County, Indiana
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Stay in This Charming Indiana Town Just Minutes From Summit Lake State Park

by Melanie Johnson
on Jun 30
Views of Summit Lake in Indiana, featuring pretty blue waters framed by greenery.
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The Rail Trail Path in Indiana That’s Better Than Most Hikes

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

Discover the quiet, small town state park in Indiana that feels like a local secret. Its remote trails, deep canyons, and rugged sandstone ravines make it a must-visit.

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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Hiking

This Might Be the Most Demanding Hike You Can Do in Indiana

Steep climbs, rugged ridgelines, and nonstop elevation changes. This southern Indiana hike is not for the faint of heart.

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

From waterfalls to city skylines, these hikes offer bucket list views of Indiana for all.

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.