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ideal for those who prefer seeing the W256, Indianapolis, IN 46204, (317) 232-4020. Strahl lakes.
of Natural Resources, Executive Office, 402 W. Washington St.,
10/8/09
The many miles of marked trails are lifeguards available. Swimming prohibited in Ogle and
the west lookout tower. or if you desire further information please write to: Department may close toward end of summer when there are no
ed against in any program, activity, or facility as described above, fore Memorial Day and no later than Labor Day. Pool
ters, ovens, roads, vistas, trails, and
age, sex, or disability. If you believe that you have been discriminat- SWIMMING—Olympic-size pool, open Saturday be-
many of the existing buildings, shel- prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin,
slopes. The CCC workers also built Department of Natural Resources are available to everyone. DNR hayrides. Inquire at saddle barn or (812) 988-8166.
treme erosion on previously cleared The programs, services. facilities, and activities of the Indiana SADDLE BARN—Seasonal. Bridle trails, pony rides,
nature a helping hand in healing ex- tral Reservation System.
nut, various pines and spruces gave fees available in the park office.
defray the operation and maintenance costs of the park. List of SHELTERS—Reservations available through the Cen-
planting of black locust, black wal-
Receipts from admission and service charges are used to help camp store during summer months.
1557 began its work in the park. Its
vilian Conservation Corps Company SPECIAL NOTE ground equipment and playfields. Wood available from
On June 1, 1934, the Veterans Ci- PICNIC AREAS—Tables, grills, toilet facilities, play-
dnr.IN.gov
were added or improved. Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Mountain Biking Association.
The roads, entrances, and many trails DNR Built and maintained by volunteers from the Hoosier
Lodge, several cabins and Ogle Lake. tion Point, Hoosiers Nest Shelter and Rally Campground.
were developed, including Abe Martin Call: (812) 988-6406 also access points near the North Lookout Tower, Hesita-
grew in popularity, several facilities Nashville, IN 47448 streams. Main trailhead at parking lot south of the pool;
In the first few years, as the park 1405 State Road 46 West elevation. Trails wind around hills, ravines and across
in 1929. P.O. Box 608 miles, easy to extremely difficult, 400 ft. of change in
RESERVOIRS
STATE PARKS
known, 15,776-acre facility opened Write: Brown County State Park MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS—For bikers and hikers. 20
est Indiana State park. This nationally or (812) 988-5240.
Brown County State Park is the larg- FOR MORE INFORMATION schedules are available at interpretiveservices.IN.gov
Inquire at Nature Center, park office or lodge. Program
INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST SERVICE—
to enjoy.
Reservation System.
to keep your park clean and beautiful for others
Please carry out all trash you produce in order
year-round. Reservations available through the Inns
and meeting facilities and indoor aquatics center. Open
INN—Lodge and cabin guest rooms, restaurant, banquet
their own horses.
IndianaInns.com HORSE TRAILS—Facilities for those who wish to bring
(1-877-563-4371) HIKING—More than 18 miles of easy-to-rugged trails.
Reservations: 1-877-lodges1
acres.
Information toll-free: 1-877-265-6343 Ogle Lake only. Ogle Lake—17 acres; Strahl Lake—7
Restaurant open to the public. and available at park office. Rowboats permitted on
Lodge rooms and cabins available. FISHING—Bass, bluegill, etc. State license required
OPEN ALL YEAR
tion System.
to the lodge. Reservations through the Inns Reserva-
and cooking utensils provided, easy walking distance
rooms, complete kitchen, bathroom, linens, dishware
STATE PARK FAMILY CABINS—Two bedrooms (sleeps eight), living
firewood and souvenirs. Open April through October.
CENTRAL RESERVATION SYSTEM
(1-866-622-6746)
CAMP. CAMP STORE—Sells camping and picnic supplies,
1-866-6campIN
camp.IN.gov able through the Central Reservation System.
Rally campground available. Camping reservations avail-
County
be made online or by calling toll-free. nights. A separate horsemen’s campground is available.
INDIANA
and shelters at state parks, reservoirs and forests can water and showers. Occupancy limited to 14 consecutive
CAMPING—Campground equipped with flush toilets, hot
Brown
Reservations for all types of camping, family cabins,
Indiana Department of Natural Resources CENTRAL RESERVATION SYSTEMS ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES
park on foot, on horseback, or by bicycle. About 70 THIS IS YOUR PARK DESCRIPTION OF HIKING TRAILS
miles of bridle trails, 20 miles of hiking trails, and 20 1. LODGE TRAIL, MODERATE, (.9 mile)—Joins with Trail
Visitors shall follow our rules, which are designed
miles of mountain biking/hiking trails lead through 2 for a short distance to return near lodge. Walk
to fulfill the purpose for which state parks were estab-
the steep, forested hills. The park’s Ogle Hollow through land wooded with oak, hickory, sassafras,
lished, namely, to preserve a primitive landscape in its
Nature Preserve contains an attractive self-guiding beech and maple.
natural condition for the public’s use and enjoyment.
nature trail, which describes natural aspects of the 2. CCC TRAIL, MODERATE, (2 miles)—CCC-built trail with
property. impressive stone bridges, stairways and retaining
Several picnic areas, some of which have shelters
RULES AND REGULATIONS
walls. Starts and ends behind the lodge. Passes near
equipped with fireplaces, are offered. Several have • Do not injure or damage any structure, rock, tree, Lower Shelter and North Lookout Tower.
comfort stations located nearby. flower, bird or wild animal. Do not gather limbs, 3. SADDLE BARN LOOP TRAIL, MODERATE, (1.25 miles)—
The Nature Center boasts a snake exhibit, bird brush or trees (either dead or alive) for firewood Traverses a variety of topography. Passes saddle
watching room and other displays. Naturalist services because they rebuild the natural humus. barn and amphitheatre and returns to lodge. Variet-
are available year-round, with reduced hours in effect ies of ferns can be seen in the ravines and on the
during winter. • Any firearm (except validly licensed handguns), BB
gun, air gun, CO2 gun, bow and arrow, or spear gun slopes.
The wildlife includes a variety of species adapted 4. RALLY CAMPGROUND TRAIL, MODERATE, (1.25 miles)—
to life in the forest and its edges. White-tailed deer, in possession in a state park must be unloaded or
un-nocked and stored in a case or locked within a Starts near the front of the Rally Campground and
raccoons, gray squirrels, and various birds, including leads through upland terrain to a deep ravine at the
robins, white-breasted nuthatches, blue jays, cardi- vehicle, except when owner is participating in an
activity authorized by written permit. headwaters of Ogle Lake. Joins Trail 7 for a short
nals, juncos, crows and wild turkeys, abound. distance. Meets with Trail 5 at Ogle Hollow Nature
Campsites are available year-round. The camp- • Dogs and cats must be kept on a leash no longer Preserve.
grounds have electrical hookups, modern comfort than 6 feet and be attended at all times. 5. OGLE HOLLOW NATURE PRESERVE TRAIL, RUGGED, (.75
stations and showers. The park also has a horse- mile)—Self-guided trail starts near the parking lot for
men’s campground. Those who prefer the comforts • Vending or advertising without permission of the
Rally Campground and follows a slope wooded with
of home may prefer the Abe Martin Lodge, which has Department of Natural Resources is prohibited. yellowwood trees, loops through the nature preserve
84 lodge rooms (each with two beds and bathroom), • Camping is permitted only in the campground. Youth and intersects with Trail 4 from Ogle Lake.
meeting and conference rooms, a dining room, and an groups must be supervised by adults. 6. STRAHL LAKE TRAIL, EASY/RUGGED, (.75 mile)—Easy
indoor water park. In addition, sleeping cabins, with a walk around Strahl Lake but challenging .5 mile-spur
total of 56 bedrooms, are offered for rent, as are 20 • Fires shall be built only in designated places. to the Nature Center.
completely furnished, year-round family cabins. • The Carry In/Carry Out trash policy applies to all 7. OGLE LAKE TRAIL, MODERATE, (1.5 miles)—A hilly,
Other park amenities include a swimming pool, day-use areas. Overnight guests must put waste wooded hike along the shores of Ogle Lake.
shelter houses, playground equipment, two fishing in receptacles provided for that purpose.
lakes, guided horse riding, and a country store selling 8. HHC TRAIL, MODERATE, (3.5 miles)—Extends east from
picnic supplies and souvenirs. • Motorists shall observe posted speed limits and west lookout, continues to near Hesitation Point, and then
park only in designated areas. 30 mph is maximum southwest to parking area at Ogle Lake and Trail 7. Trail
Brown County State Park makes for an enjoyable was improved by volunteers from the Hoosier Hikers
outdoor experience for those with a wide range of speed.
Council 2002-2007.
tastes and preferences. • Swimming is permitted only in the pools. 9. TAYLOR RIDGE TRAIL, RUGGED, (3.0/2.75 miles)—Starts
• Drinking water should be taken only from pumps, near site 324 in campground. No parking at trailhead.
hydrants or fountains provided for that purpose. This Travels ridge top beyond campground, dropping into
adjacent valley to follow stream before looping back
water is tested regularly for purity. to ridge top. A 2.75-mile extension connects to Trail
• Report lost or found articles to the park office. 7 near Ogle Lake.
• Pull off roads while observing wildlife. Feeding
10. FIRE TOWER TRAIL, RUGGED, (2.2 miles)—Follows
ridge behind fire tower before looping northward
wildlife is prohibited. crossing deep ravines and hilltops. Passes CCC
• Use of metal detectors is prohibited. shelter.
Please let wild animals remain wild. Feeding deer FRIENDS TRAIL, EASY—Short, easy, paved trail, with
is prohibited. Feeding of wild animals can be harm- For a complete list of rules and regulations, inquire at park office.
benches and vista on flat terrain. Constructed by the
ful to both animals and people. Animals that depend Friends of Brown County State Park.
on handouts become a nuisance to park visitors and
DISCOVERY TRAIL, MODERATE, (.5 mile)—Self-guided
a danger to themselves. Lock all food and coolers nature trail. Brochure available at the trailhead at the
inside vehicles or campers. Roll up car windows south end of the Nature Center parking lot.
tightly. PLEASE STAY ON MARKED TRAILS.
BROWN COUNTY STATE PARK
1405 State Road 46 West • Nashville, Indiana 47448 • (812) 988-6406
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TRAIL MILEAGE TRAIL TYPE No Through
1 .9 Moderate Traffic.
2 2 Moderate
LOCATION MAP 3 1.25 Moderate
4 1.25 Moderate
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Horsemen's gate COUNTY 3.5
STATE C Aynes Loop 3.4 More Difficult
PARK D Hesitation Point Trail 2.1 More Difficult
E Pine Loop 1.2 Easy
F Walnut Trail 2.1 Most Difficult
G Limekiln Trail 2.4 Easy
H Schooner Trace 4.1 Extremely Difficult 11/13/09
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