SKIING, BOATING, OUTDOOR RECREATION, AND FAMILY FUN

Patoka LakePatoka Lake
3084 North Dillard Road
Birdseye, Indiana 47513
Telephone number: (812) 685-2447
Fax number: (812) 685-2448
Website: www.indianaoutfitters.com/patoka_lake.htm 
8,800 acre lake with fishing, ten launching ramps, bicycle trails, and beach. Visitor Center conducts educational programs and special events.
Floating Cabins at Patoka LakePatoka Lake Marina
2991 North Dillard Road
Birdseye, Indiana 47513
Telephone number: (888) 819-6916
Fax number: (812) 685-2249
Website: www.patokalakemarina.com
Play on the water in a houseboat, party barge, or fun and playtoon. Store and gasoline located on the water.


 
Paoli PeaksSki & Snowboard Paoli Peaks or Tube the Arctic Blast Tube Park
2798 West County Road 25 South
Paoli, Indiana 47454
Telephone number: (812) 723-4696
Fax number: (812) 723-2300
Website: www.paolipeaks.com 
Seventeen frosty slopes and tube park will satisfy beginners through the most advanced. Rental equipment, lessons, full service cafeteria, and Ski Pro Shop.
 
Paoli Rock & BowlPaoli Rock-n-Bowl
1860 West Willow Creek Road
Paoli, IN 47454
Telephone: (812) 723-2658
16 lane bowling alley with ticket redemption arcade, pool tables, pro-shop, diner, party rooms, retractable bumpers and cosmic bowling.
Springs Stadium Theatre, French LickThe Springs Stadium 4
573 South Arnold F. Habig Boulevard
French Lick, Indiana 47432
Telephone number: (812) 936-6842
Website: www.springsstadium.com
Finest independent movie theatre in southern Indiana. Featuring stadium seating, high-back rocker chairs, wall to wall screens. Daily matinees.
 
Hoosier National ForestHoosier National Forest
811 Constitution Avenue
Bedford, Indiana 47421
Telephone number: (812) 275-5987
Fax number: (812) 279-3423
Website: www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier
200,000 acres covering parts of nine counties. Campgrounds, hiking, biking, horse trails, fishing and hunting, are just a few attractions.


 
Pioneer Mothers ForestPioneer Mothers Memorial Forest
State Road 37 South
Paoli, Indiana 47454
Telephone number: (812) 275-5987
Fax number: (812) 279-3423
Website: www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier/docs/history/pioneer_moms.htm
The 88-acres tract formerly known as Cox’s Woods is the last old-growth forest of its size in Indiana.

 
Rise of the Lost RiverRise of the Lost River
Rise of the Lost River
Located in Orangeville
Orleans, Indiana 47452
Telephone number: (317) 923-7547
Fax number: (812) 865-3413
Website: www.in.gov/dnr/naturepr/npdirectory/preserves/orangeville.html
The mysterious river emerges from a cave as a result of the karst/limestone system with miles of underground channels.
Wesley Chapel GulfWesley Chapel Gulf
Located near Orangeville
Orleans, Indiana 47452
Telephone number: (812) 275-5987
Fax number: (812) 279-3423
Website: www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier/docs/wesley_chapel.htm
An impressive geologic 187-acre tract of land located in the Hoosier National Forest, approximately two miles east of Orangeville


 
Springs ValleySprings Valley Lake and Trail
County Road 550 West
French Lick, Indiana 47432
Telephone number: (812) 275-5987
Fax number: (812) 547-6144
Website: www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier/recreation/springs_valley.htm
Locally known as Tucker Lake, six miles south of town. Hiking, primitive camping, biking, and fishing. Electric motor boats only.

 
Lost River Game FarmLost River Game Farm
780 West County Road 400 North
Orleans, Indiana 45452
Telephone number: (812) 865-3021
Website: www.lostrivergamefarm.com 
Beautiful upland bird hunting at its finest. Pheasant, quail, and chukar. Dogs and guides available. Skeet and trap also available.
 
Bear Cave ToursBear Cave Tours
744 South County Road 1010 West
French Lick, IN 47432
Telephone number: (812) 936-3441
Visit Bear Cave for a walking tour. Learn about the history and environment of this historic cave. Call for details.

 
Ma & Pa's General Store and Petting FarmMa & Pa’s General Store and Petting Farm
2931 North County Road 810 West
West Baden, Indiana 47469
Telephone number: (812) 936-6500
Fax number: (812) 936-7731
Handmade items, gifts, souvenirs, pictures, baked goods, and fudge.
Farm animals including miniature ponies and much more. Good family fun!
Big Splash Adventure Indoor WaterparkBig Splash Adventure
8505 W. State Road 56
French Lick, Indiana 47432
Phone: 877-936-FUNN (3866)
Fax: 812-936-3931
Website: www.bigsplashadventure.com
154 rooms available. No pets. No smoking. Opening Fall 2008! At the Valley of the Springs Resort. 40,000 square foot indoor waterpark. Everyday is a tropical oasis!

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