You’ll Want To Spend The Entire Day At The Gorgeous Natural Pool In Indiana’s Bartholomew County Park

Anderson Falls in Bartholomew County Park, Indiana, offers a family-friendly hiking trail leading to a natural pool and waterfall perfect for swimming, fishing, and relaxing.

One of the best ways to have some family-friendly fun in nature is to take a hike and relax by the water. And if you find yourself near Bartholomew County Park, plan to explore Anderson Falls, a glorious natural pool in Indiana. While the looped trail leading to Anderson Falls is under a mile, you'll find that you can easily spend a few hours or even a day at this spot enjoying the waterfall and splashing around in the natural pool formed by the falls. You're also welcome to fish here and bring your leashed dog. Read on to learn more about this unique destination in Indiana.

To get started on your day trip, head to Bartholomew County Park in Hartsville, Indiana. You'll need to drive an hour south if you're coming from Indianapolis to reach the natural pool and waterfall.

As shown in this photo, the options of where to enjoy the water during your day out are endless.

This alcove is conducive for relaxing after you've taken a dip in the water.

The rock formations within the water are perfect for sunbathing, relaxing, and people-watching.

As you hike towards to natural swimming area, keep an eye out for wildflowers along the trail.

The views overlooking the waterfall and pool are impressive regardless of the time of year you take this hike.

And while the pool and waterfalls might be frozen in the winter, you'll still be impressed when you visit this natural area!

After spending time at Anderson Falls, check out this article: These 9 Swimming Spots Have The Clearest, Most Pristine Water In Indian and learn about more natural spots to splash around in during the summer in Indiana!

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