Ferdinand State Forest
6583 E. State Rd. 264,
Ferdinand; 812.367.1524
This 7,640-acre area
includes primitive
campsites, picnic shelters,
restrooms, playground
equipment, hunting,
fishing, mountain biking,
boat rental, hiking, a
beach, and boat ramp.
Patoka Lake Recreation Area
Hwy. 164,Wickliffe; 812.685.2464;
patokalakeindiana.com
With 8,800 acres of water encompassed by a 26,000-
acre recreation area, Patoka Lake is Indiana’s second
largest reservoir offering Hoosier Hills Marina &
Houseboat Rental, ten launch ramps, a swimming
beach, nature trails, bike trails, and campsites.
Activities include fishing, archery, hunting, boating,
water skiing, hiking, bicycling, and swimming. The
lake is also the nesting site for bald eagles & osprey.
Jasper Parklands
800 W. 15th St., Jasper; 812.482.5959
The Parklands of Jasper is a new, city-owned, 75-acre natural destination featuring
25 wooded acres, a pavilion with a patio overlooking one of the three natural
ponds, two miles of walking trails, a bridge spanning beautiful water cascades,
a splash pad, exercise pads, and Adventure Play Area. 10
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