The Only Place Where You Can Have An Alpine Vacation Without Ever Leaving Indiana
By Tori Jane|Published April 13, 2022
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Tori Jane is a storm chaser, writer, photographer, and the village idiot - in that order. When she's not out and about dancing with the meanest storms on planet Earth for funsies she can be found wandering, shooting landscapes, writing, editing photos, and otherwise up to no good. Legend has it that she can also be occasionally spotted typing up short bios in the third person, but those rumors are unsubstantiated.
Let’s be real here: Indiana isn’t exactly known for its mountains or mountain towns, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t escape to somewhere in-state that FEELS like it’s a mountain town. In fact, we found the perfect little spot for an alpine vacation in Indiana that doesn’t even require you to leave the state! Pretty sweet, right? This stunning, small, private community is built around a gorgeous lake that looks like it could be in small-town Colorado instead of the Hoosier State. If you find yourself in the mood for an alpine vacation in Indiana, pay a visit to beautiful Hidden Valley; more specifically, visit Hidden Valley Lake. It’s all the lush, green beauty of the mountains wrapped up into a Midwestern delight.
Nestled in Dearborn County in southeast Indiana is Hidden Valley (and Hidden Valley Lake).
It's a private neighborhood built around a pristine lake that truly looks and feels like something out of a mountain getaway more than an Indiana escape.
The town prides itself on providing what it describes as "small-town charm with big-city access."
The main lake is 150 beautiful acres of clear, clean water, and in the warmer months, you can take a swim in the cool water. There are also six other, smaller lakes in proximity to Hidden Valley Lake.
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Despite being in an urban environment, the town and lake feel like something you'd experience at higher elevations.
Few things are as relaxing as lounging lakeside on the marina or along the shore, digging your toes into the soft sand and enjoying the peaceful, cool breeze as it gently blows, giving the entire area a nice, cool climate even during warmer months.
During the rainy season, Hidden Valley Lake really shines.
If you've never seen a vivid rainbow burning brightly over a gorgeous lake, this is your chance. Time your visit to be during Indiana's rainy season (namely April, May, and June) and you won't regret it!
There are ample places to stay and relax nearby the lake and community.
As a private community, there aren't a lot of places to stay within Hidden Valley (though you can certainly find some local Airbnbs if you look). Book somewhere nearby and come enjoy the beauty of this crystalline, lush lake and all it has to offer.
So, what do you think? Read more about this beautiful lake in Indiana and then consider planning a trip! What will you do first?
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