The Ed Dailey Nature Trail Is One Of The Best Waterfall Hikes In Indiana
By Tori Jane|Published May 24, 2024
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Cataract Falls State Recreation Area is an amazing place that just about every Hoosier has heard of; it’s one of our most beautiful parks, if you ask me, and the famous Cataract Falls is always a treat to behold. There’s a hiking trail that, somehow, we’ve never mentioned before – and it leads straight to the cascade. This waterfall hike in Indiana is known as the Ed Dailey Nature Trail, and it’s an easygoing trek to one of our state’s most beautiful natural wonders.
By now, almost everyone in the state of Indiana's probably heard about Cataract Falls - one of our most impressive natural features.
I prefer to stop and smell the roses - or in this case, stop and admire the landscape. The beautiful covered bridge you'll discover along the way is perfect for taking a moment of pause. Just breathe deep... and take it all in.
There are numerous points along the trail - and once you reach the falls - where you'll be able to truly take in the awe that is the beautiful state of Indiana.
We just don't seem to get much credit, and that bums me out.
Indiana is an astonishingly beautiful, underrated state with so much to offer - our utterly incredible wilderness is absolutely worthy of a vacation, hiking trip, day trip, or anything else you can manage.
I say that, no matter what you're doing here, you take a little time to enjoy the Ed Dailey Nature Trail at Cataract Falls State Recreation Area.
Personally, I'd like to see it turned into a state park... but we shall see. 'Til then, we simply enjoy it.
For more information about this gorgeous, easy hiking trail in Indiana, visit the official AllTrails listing – and if you want to crank your hiking up to 11, definitely check out AllTrails Plus. It’s a lifesaver!
Do you have any favorite low-key hiking trails in Indiana you enjoy? What about another favorite waterfall hike in Indiana? Tell me all about ’em in the comments.
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