Posted in Indiana Nature, On The Water July 07, 2021 by

The Hidden Beach In Indiana With Clear Waters That Rival The Caribbean

There’s a secluded and hidden beach in Palmyra, Indiana, that few Hoosiers know about, and it’s absolutely perfect if you’re looking for some peace and tranquility during the warmest months of the year. Pristine blue waters and a sandy beach will make you think you’ve gone to the Bahamas for the day! It turns out you don’t have to leave the Hoosier State to enjoy a tropical escape. Check it out!

Situated in southern Indiana, Buffalo Trace Park is a near 150-acre public preserve in Harrison County. It sits along the edge of a historic bison migration trail that dates back to when these beasts ruled the Midwest. Themigration trail was later used as a wagon path for settlers exploring the plains.
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This immaculate area includes a hidden beach that is the centerpiece of the park. Visitors enjoy many activities here.
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The water at Buffalo Trace Park is so blue, you'll feel like you're on a tropical vacation. Forget an expensive trip to the Caribbean when you can just come here.
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Don't forget to bring your camera to capture these crystal-clear waters. The views around this hidden beach are second to none.
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If you wish to stay longer than a few hours, there are on-site cabins as well as campsites for RVs and tents. Guests enjoy some of the most scenic camping in the state at this lovely place.
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There are about 20 different activities to enjoy at this wonderful park. Guests will find tennis and basketball courts, a volleyball pit, a baseball diamond, picnic shelter houses, horseshoe pits, multiple playgrounds, walking trails, and even a petting zoo.
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Other fun things to do while you enjoy this hidden beach include swimming, boating, fishing, and playing games like corn hole, disc golf, and frisbee. Summer is endless at this secluded and rejuvenating paradise.
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Through Labor Day, Buffalo Trace Park is open Monday through Wednesday between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Thursday between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. For further hours and more details about the park and beach, get more information on its page on Harrison County’s website here. For more awesome places like this one, check out these six gorgeous beaches in Indiana that will make your summer epic.

If you’ve ever been to this hidden beach, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us in the comments.

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Hidden Beach in Indiana

July 11, 2021
Tori Jane

What are the most pristine beaches in Indiana?  

Who says you need to live by the ocean to experience amazing beaches? Indiana sure doesn’t. The Hoosier State’s immediate proximity to beautiful Lake Michigan results in some absolutely incredible beaches, and so do our countless awesome lakes and ponds scattered about the state. Some of our favorite ultra-pristine beaches in Indiana include such gems as Indiana Dunes National Park, where you can sink your toes in the sand and laze the day away beside the water. Beverley Shores is an amazing beach town, with beautiful, sparkling water and so much to do that you’ll have to spend at least a whole weekend there. We’re also major fans of the epic (and appropriately named) Clear Lake, Indiana, where the water is astonishingly beautiful, cool, and refreshing all year.  

Where are the best Indiana lakes to spend my summer at?  

Indiana might be a smaller state, but that doesn’t mean it’s not filled to the brim with epic rivers, ponds, lakes, and waterfalls to make your summer great. In fact, there are 86 lakes in the Hoosier State, and we dare you to visit them all! Lake Shafer is awesome – not only is it beautiful, but it’s also got a whole amusement park going on, too, so bring the kids for an incredible adventure they’ll never forget. Lake Wawasee is the largest fully-contained-in-Indiana lake, with great fishing and swimming galore. We also really love Lake Monroe, an amazing, sparkling reservoir that’s calling your name. Can you hear it? Check out this article for more awesome lakes to spend your Indiana summer at.  

Where are the best beaches in Indiana? 

Where there are many lakes, there are many beaches. Believe it or not, you can totally have an awesome beach day right here in Indiana. Some of our favorites include the legendary Michigan City beach, which is so photogenic (it’s got a lighthouse at the end of a long pier) that it attracts photographers from all over the nation. Sunsets there are second to none. Pokagon Beach is another favorite, with world-class views and crisp, cool water all summer long. You really can’t go wrong here; Indiana is full of awesome places, including the best beaches in the Midwest.