The Browning Hill Ridgeline Trail In Indiana Is An Adventurous Trek For Serious Hikers

Hidden deep (okay, maybe not super deep, but still) within the gorgeous Hoosier National Forest is a hiking trail that's fit only for hikers who know what they're doing. It's a challenging hike in Indiana that's not quite like any others, with some truly gorgeous views that you'd never guess were right here in our backyard. Come out to the little town of Norman and enjoy a tough hike that's truly worth every step. Hiking in Indiana has never been so refreshing!

Now, be careful and make sure to download a trail map before you head out.

Some hikers have found that the trail becomes difficult to trace at some point on the trail, which is just over nine miles in length.

But, I promise: the views at the top of the "mountain" (it's only 920 feet in elevation) are completely worth every little step of the way.

But the view isn't the only part that makes it worth your while; there are lots of little features on and along the path that will certainly intrigue you.

You'll come upon features such as small ponds, beautiful, rolling hills, and lots of places where you'll want to simply sit... and be.

There's nothing wrong with that, of course - plus, you can always camp out along the trek if you'd like to split it into segments.

Pitching a hammock is a favorite among hikers, and it's no secret as to why.

The entire trek - the whole nine yards (or miles, in this case) - seems to have little pleasures everywhere along the way, and honestly, few things are more settling to the spirit than falling asleep under the stars. Then, in the morning, you can get up and on your way.

The trail is open year-round, though the best times to hike it are from April to October.

In the spring and summer, the wildflowers abound. In the fall, the explosion of color is transfixing.

But no matter when you choose to show up - or return - it's sure to be an amazing time.

Wear great hiking shoes, pack some goodies, and enjoy the breeze. It's not every day you get to hike through heaven.

For more information about this challenging hike in Indiana, be sure to check out the official AllTrails listing. If you'd like to download maps (among other things), check out AllTrails Plus; you'll have no idea how you ever hiked without it. Curious about what you should bring along for a multi-day adventure? Check out our handy-dandy list of hiking trip essentials. Do you have a favorite challenging hiking trail in Indiana? Tell me about it in the comments!