Turkey Run State Park
Turkey Run State Park is one of Indiana’s coolest outdoor spots, packed with beautiful sandstone canyons, shady forests, and flowing creeks. It’s a place where you can hike trails that take you up and down ladders, through narrow gorges, and past waterfalls all within just a few miles. Whether you’re up for a challenging hike or just want to explore peaceful spots by Sugar Creek, Turkey Run has something for everyone
Favorite Trail: 3, 10, 9, 5 Loop
Length: 4.1 miles
Elevation: 603 feet
Estimated time: 1h 49m
Difficulty: Moderate
This challenging trail explores many natural attractions of Turkey Run State Park. Highlights include the suspension bridge, Wedge Rock, Rocky Hollow, Punch Bowl, Camels Back, Boulder Canyon, and Falls Canyon.
Indiana Dunes National Park
Indiana Dunes National Park is an awesome mix of sandy beaches, forest trails, and wildflower-filled prairies, all right along the south shore of Lake Michigan. With over 50 miles of trails, huge dunes to climb, and tons of different landscapes to explore, it’s a great spot for a chill beach day, a hike through nature, or a little bit of both.
Favorite Trail: West Beach 3 Loop
Length: 3.5 miles
Elevation: 255 feet
Estimated time: 1h 16m
Difficulty: Moderate
West Beach offers a great combination of hiking and relaxing at the beach. The trails are varied and encompass many habitats. This loop hike combines sections of the three trails at West Beach: the Dune Succession Trail, the West Beach Trail, and the Long Lake Loop Trail.