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Initial Point
Initial Point marks the initial survey point for Indiana. Ebenezer Buckingham Jr. surveyed west to establish the original wooden post on September 1, 1805. This point represents the intersection of the Base Line with the 2nd Principal Meridian. The 1st Principal Meridian is the boundary line between Ohio and Indiana. From this point most of the real estate descriptions in the state were laid out.
A state historic marker on State Road 37 directs visitors from this state road down a Forest road to a trail that winds down to the site of the marker.
General Information
Year-round
year round
There is a short trail from the parking area down to the actual monument. No motorized vehicle, horses, or mountain bikes allowed on this trail.
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Getting There
Directions
South of Paoli about 10 miles on SR 37. A state historical marker and a Forest Service directional marker indicate the turn-off. GPS Coordinates: LAT - 38o 28' 10.2" N Long - 86o 27' 20.9" W
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
