An Easy But Gorgeous Hike, Lakeview And Boundary Trails Lead To A Little-Known River In Indiana

Getting out on a trail for a hike and some fresh air is one of the best parts about living in the Hoosier State. Luckily, there are numerous options when it comes to hiking. If you want to maximize your time outdoors, there's a wonderful nine-mile hike in the Salamonie River State Forest you may want to try. The set of trails here will lead you through the forest, past a small lake, and along a little-known river in Indiana.

Within the 850-acre Salamonie River State Forest, you'll find Salamonie Lake and the lesser-known Salamonie River, an 84-mile tributary of the Wabash River.

The Lakeview and Boundary Trails at Salamonie Reservoir in the Salamonie River State Forest total nine miles and create a loop through the wilderness.

This trail may be long and somewhat challenging, with an overall elevation gain of 551 feet, but it is straightforward and relatively easy for most experienced hikers. Best of all, you can enjoy gorgeous views the entire way!

Along the way, you may stumble upon a small waterfall. This may be a good spot to sit and take a break for a bit.

The trail leads past Hominy Ridge Lake, an 11-acre reservoir that's an ideal fishing spot close to Salamonie Lake Dam. White crappie, largemouth bass, and bluegill are the most popular fish caught here.

With a portion of the trail meandering along the Salamonie River, you're bound to get some incredible water views.

When making plans to come to this state forest with water features, be prepared for mud in some areas. You may also see evidence of horses that frequent these trails. Be sure to wear a good pair of hiking boots!

Are you ready to take a hike through the Salamonie River State Forest with views of a little-known river in Indiana? If you have hiking photos from here to share, please do so in the comments. You can also join our Indiana Nature Lovers Facebook group to connect with other nature enthusiasts around the state.

Looking for more hiking opportunities? Check out our post on some of the best hiking trails in Indiana.