Summer Road Trips IN Southern Indiana

Splash parks, waterfalls, and cool caves are all available in Southern Indiana! Have fun in the sun hiking through parks and kayaking on lakes, and cool off in the water or underground. And there are plenty of places to grab a bite to eat to fuel your adventure.

Locations

  • 1801 IN-46

The largest state park in Indiana boasts exceptional fall color. Hiking, swimming, bridle trails Bring your own horse, mountain bike trails, and saddlebags with escorted rides.

Discover how a small Midwestern city became a "modern architecture mecca"! The Columbus Architecture Tour includes over thirty significant structures and works of art in the city to learn about.

  • 6265 W. State Road 48

Located near Jasonville, Shakamak State Park is known for its great fishing as it’s home to three serene lakes. There’s also a large area for outdoor games, as well as campsites, cabins and hiking trails.

  • 2605 N Cataract Rd

Also, not too far off from I-70 is the largest waterfall in the state, Cataract Falls! Take a short hike to view the beautiful scenery, and be sure to stop at the General Store that's right nearby and has something for everyone.

  • 2221 Clifty Drive

Situated high above the Ohio River near Madison, Clifty Falls State Park provides breathtaking views, not just of the river but also of the many waterfalls for which it’s named. Depending on the season, the falls vary from roaring plunges to delicate mists. The stony bed of the creek has fossil…

  • 8670 IN-56

The best gaming experience in southern Indiana is always nearby at French Lick Casino! Inside the 51,000-square-foot, single-level gaming facility with soaring 27-foot ceilings, you can compete to win big jackpots on slot machines or try your hand at the table games.

  • 452 East Christmas Boulevard

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari is known for its friendly staff, clean park, and great value. Enjoy free soft drinks, free sunscreen, free parking, and free Wi-fi.

  • 250 McCormick Creek Park Rd

McCormick's Creek State Park is Indiana’s oldest state park. Here you can explore the spectacular limestone canyon and scenic waterfalls. This beautiful location also has trails that feature diverse forest trees, spicebush, native wildflowers, and Wolf Cave Nature Preserve. You can stay overnight at…

  • 1545 Mesker Park Drive

Situated on 45 acres of rolling hills on Evansville’s northwest side, Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is home to hundreds of animals from around the globe. Their mission is to foster the preservation of the Earth’s diverse species and living systems through an active role in education and…

  • 2991 N Dillard Rd,

Patoka Lake is the second-largest reservoir in Indiana with 8,800 acres and one of its best examples of lake ecology. Species that call Patoka Lake home include freshwater jellyfish, bald eagle nesting sites, and river otters. Rolling topography and heavily wooded areas around the property are…

  • 3333 State Road 60 E

In addition to the hiking you’d expect, Spring Mill State Park in Mitchell also has a pioneer village with grist and sawmill as well as a memorial to Hoosier astronaut Virgil I. “Gus” Grissom. You can also take a boat tour through Twin Caves. With so much to do, it’s good you can stay overnight in…

  • 4229 US-150

Go on a guided trail ride and enjoy over 30 miles of scenic trails on 1,100 rolling acres. Experience the thrill of a 4,000-foot-canopy zipline tour, hiking, biking, horseback riding and encounter exotic animals including Elephants, Giraffes, and Kangaroos!

  • 401 N Arthur St.

Historic New Harmony, is a small rivertown with a really interesting history involving two early American Utopian societies who tried at different times to establish model communities. Today visitors can walk the labyrinths, see the roofless church, visit art galleries and browse local shops. Also…

  • 347 Spring St

One of the oldest, continuously operated, family-owned candy businesses in the country, your sweet tooth will love Schimpff's Confectionery! The Candy Museum is located in downtown Jeffersonville, Indiana where you can learn about the history and process of candy making, packaging and advertising.

  • County Rd 480 E.

The Tulip Trestle, a spectacular railroad bridge, was built in 1906 to haul coal out of Greene County. It was the largest trestle in the United States and third-largest in the world at one point. Visitors can experience the massive structure from below by walking along the stream or driving past the…

  • 2991 North Dillard Road

Patoka Lake is the only place in Indiana with floating cabins! Choose between a 2 or 3 bedroom cabin for this memorable on the water experience. Each cabin has its own 12' x 20' deck, gas grill, deck furniture, and private boat slip. Learn more here.

  • 400 East State Rd 64

Designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1984 after its discovery by two schoolchildren, Marengo Cave offers several different cave tour options. Two different walking tours, the Dripstone Trail and The Crystal Palace tour are open year-round that take you through a wide variety of cave…

  • 76 S Lake Rd N, , IN

This family-run enterprise is a labor of love that involves an idyllic 36-acre farm in Scottsburg, Ind. just west of I-65 in the shadow of the water tower.

  • 469 S Maple Street

Welcome to French Licks, serving up delicious artisan treats since 2016! Indulge in handcrafted ice cream, artisan pizzas, and expertly brewed coffee.

  • 109 S Sugar Street

Nestled in the hills of Southern Indiana, the town of Brownstown comes alive to celebrate the renowned Watermelons grown in Jackson County. Our music series--Rock The Rind--features some of the hottest artists in country music. Come see for yourself.

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