SPRING MILL STATE PARK Visitors to the park enjoy its unique facilities. This includes the Grissom Memorial, a museum dedicated to Hoosier astronaut Virgil I. ‘Gus’ Grissom. The park is famous for the Pioneer Village with its working Grist Mill. Other facilities showcase activities centered on the region’s natural wonders, including Twin Caves and the …
BLUESPRING CAVERNS PARK At a cool 53 degrees year round and 100 feet below the surface of the earth, explore an underground river. Tour guides pilot custom-made boats along the subterranean river for over a mile, pointing out native rare Northern blind cave fish and blind crawfish. They explain the natural forces that are yet …
Williams Dam The Williams Dam, officially opened in 1913, was once a hydroelectric dam that provided homes and stone industries with electricity until the 1950s. While it no longer provides power to the locals, the White River still falls over the 17ft high walls. Now, you will find a boat launch, fishing areas, picnic areas and …
Milwaukee Trail Enjoy walking, running, meditating, bicycling, studying nature and talking with friends on this 11-mile crushed limestone trail in Lawrence County. See beautiful sights of the White River and old railroad bridges as you take a walk along the trail that was once a railroad. Parking Parking lot at John Williams Blvd & Lincoln …
OTIS PARK & GOLF COURSE Otis Park Golf Course has been recognized as one of the best municipal golf courses in Indiana. This 6,300 yard par 73 layout is both scenic and challenging to golfers of all skill levels. Go back in time at the many historical sites at Otis Park, one of which is …
Let’s Get Golfing! Stonecrest Golf Community is a 27 hole semi-private course. All 27 holes feature concrete cart paths and a number of lakes nestled in the rolling hills. At the clubhouse, with its wrap around deck, you can appreciate the scenic overlook of three lakes. The clubhouse offers a pro shop, full snack bar, …
SUGAR CREEK HUNTING PRESERVE Challenging upland bird hunting fields, European style pheasant hunts, sporting clays, trap and skeet, lodge house, meals, bird cleaning, and a wide assortment of reloading and shooting supplies. Open year round.
HOOSIER NATIONAL FOREST Rolling hills, back-country trails, and rural crossroad communities make these 203,000 acres of public land a local treasure. Spread across nine counties, including over 16,000 acres in Lawrence County, the forest offers outstanding outdoor recreation. The Brownstown Ranger District includes the Charles C. Deam Wilderness, a nearly 13,000 acre designated area managed …
TINCHER POND Looking for a fishing spot in Lawrence County? This little pond in the Hoosier National Forest is conveniently located off State Highway 50 West between the towns of Bryantsville and Huron. Look for the sign on the north side of the road. It’s also a nice place to watch birds or have a …
AVOCA PARK & RECREATION Formerly known as the Avoca Fish Hatchery, Avoca Park is open again to the public! With small ponds, a creek and a walking trail, this is a great place to spend an afternoon. Notice the Hamer House on-site, once owned by a man with big ties to Spring Mill State Park. …
