Are you always looking for a new adventure in the Hoosier state? Now that the weather is slowly getting warmer, you might be looking for the best hiking or camping spots in the state. While there are plenty of awesome sites to choose from, there’s one trail in Indiana that will lead you on an adventure unlike any other.
Southern Indiana is full of some of the most incredible natural sights in the Hoosier state. It’s also home to the state’s largest trail: Knobstone Trail.
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Knobstone Trail spans an incredible 58 miles and is challenging to complete. It’s actually the trail many hikers use to prepare before hiking the Appalachian Trail.
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The hike starts in Deam Lake State Recreation Center (located in Borden) and ends at Delaney Creek Park (in Scottsburg).
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Since this is such a long hike, it’s recommended that hikers bring plenty of food, water, and tents or hammocks for camping. The hike doesn’t have to be completed in its entirety (there are several trailheads and exits along the way) but if you’re looking for the ultimate Indiana hike, you’ll want to come prepared.
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If there was any doubt that southern Indiana broke the myth about the Hoosier state being entirely flat, Knobstone Trail serves as proof. This hilly and rugged trail has frequent steep climbs and changes 20,000 feet in elevation, overall.
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Throughout your hike, you’ll walk through some of the most untouched forests in Indiana, while spotting streams and creeks, as well as wildlife.
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There are no designated campsites along the trail, so you’ll need to be prepared to make camp in a secluded area.
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Some hikers prefer to bring tents, while others take advantage of this unique forest setting and sleep in hammocks.
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The hike can be completed in as little as two days, though most hikers allow three days for completion.
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Once complete, you’ll find yourself in the stunning Delaney Creek Park.
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Do you have what it takes to hike this incredible 58-mile adventure trail in Indiana?
Erezeth/Flickr You’ll find the southern trail head at 1217 Deam Lake Rd, Borden, IN 47106, within Deam Lake Recreation Area.
Have you ever hiked part of the Knobstone Trail in Indiana? Would you ever consider hiking the entire trail?
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You’ll find the southern trail head at 1217 Deam Lake Rd, Borden, IN 47106, within Deam Lake Recreation Area.
For more unique trails to explore in the Hoosier state, check out these 8 stunning hiking trails.
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