The Hoosier has nine trail systems over 10 miles in length. The longest trail system is 48.7 miles. You can also backpack cross country but be sure you know where you are so that you don't inadvertently trespass onto private lands.
Take extra precautions during hunting seasons by wearing bright orange clothing. It is a good idea to carry a compass. Forest streams do not meet safety standards for drinking water. Take your water with you or treat it before drinking....
The Hoosier has nine trail systems over 10 miles in length. The longest trail system is 48.7 miles. You can also backpack cross country but be sure you know where you are so that you don't inadvertently trespass onto private lands.
Take extra precautions during hunting seasons by wearing bright orange clothing. It is a good idea to carry a compass. Forest streams do not meet safety standards for drinking water. Take your water with you or treat it before drinking. Also, national forest ownership is scattered with privately-owned lands interspersed. Respect the rights of these owners by staying on public lands. To learn more about the trails on Hoosier National Forest, see the Trail Chart.
The Charles C. Deam Wilderness area was designated a wilderness in 1982 and encompasses nearly 13,000 acres of the Hoosier National Forest. Wilderness designation places this area in a special legal status (subject to the 1964 Wilderness Act). It is managed to preserve a natural condition and provide opportunities for solitude. Within the Wilderness are 37.3 miles of trails which are provided for hiking, backpacking, and horse riding.
The Indian and Celina Recreation Area is a tranquil get-away in the midst of the Hoosier National Forest. The recreation area contains Celina Lake (164 ac.) and Indian Lake (152 ac.). It is located 3 miles south of Interstate 64 off State Highway 37. The recreation area offers camping, electric motor boating, fishing, and hiking, as well as a interesting historical site.
The Hoosier has nine trail systems over 10 miles in length. The longest trail system is 48.7 miles. You can also backpack cross country but be sure you know where you are so that you don't inadvertently trespass onto private lands.
