| OUTDOOR
RECREATION |
| You'll find an abundance of things
to do in the great outdoors of Franklin County. Enjoy the splendor
of all the activities and attractions as well as the scenic
beauty you won't find anywhere else. |
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| Golfing |
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Brook
Hill Golf Club - A Classic design, nestled in the
rolling hills of Southern Indiana, Brook Hill Golf Club features
bent grass greens and tees with lush rolling bluegrass fairways.
Strategically placed bunkers and crystal blue lakes will challenge
both the casual and the low handicap golfer.
11175 Fairway Lane
Brookville, IN 47012
765.647.-4522
www.brookhillgc.com
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| Cricket Ridge
Golf Course - Three separate lakes come into play
on 7 of the 9 holes providing a very challenging game. It
is a pleasant and easy course to walk with carts available.
You will also find a practice green and bunker, and a fully
stocked Pro Shop.
22087 Pocket Road
Batesville, IN 47006
Phone: 812.934.6348
www.cricketridge.com |
Buck Point Golf Club
- 18-hole championship golf course on the shores of Brookville
Lake; great golf in a spectacular setting, including Death
Valley, on the back nine.
15179 Old State Rd. 101
Liberty IN 47353
Phone: 765.458.6800
www.buckpointgolf.com |
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| Canoeing |
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Whitewater Canoe
Rental has locations in Brookville, Metamora and
New Trenton. Individuals, families or groups can enjoy scenic
canoe trips on the Whitewater River as well as riverside picnic
shelters and camping. Open daily Mid-April thru Mid-October.
Schedules vary with conditions so always call first.
Phone: 1.765.647.5434 or 1.800.634.4277.
Website: www.whitewatercanoerental.com/ |
| Morgans Livery
A 120 acre facility overlooks the Whitewater River known for
its fast, clear waters and abundant wildlife. Offering canoeing,
kayaking, rafting, catering, camping, cabins or cabinas.
7040 Whitewater River
Lane
Brookville, IN 47012
Phone: 765.647.4904 or 1.888.304.4904
Website: http://www.morganscanoe.com/brookville/index.cfm
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| Hiking and Biking Trails |
| Franklin County offers a vast
array of hiking and biking trails that surrounds you with the
most beautiful vistas and wildlife the state of Indiana has
to offer. |
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Whitewater Canal Trail
- A 2.6 mile rustic hiking & biking trail along the historic
Whitewater Canal, carrying locals and tourists out into the
lush scenery of the Whitewater River Valley. The surface is
crushed limestone, packed dirt and grass for walking and off-road
biking. To access the Metamora Trailhead, enter Metamora from
US 52, cross the canal and turn left (east) to the Aqueduct
parking area. For more information about the Whitewater Canal
Trail call 765.647.6457 or visit the website: www.whitewatercanaltrail.com |
| Brookville
Lake - Fairfield Trail - MODERATE
–1.5 miles. Extends from the southwest end of Fairfield
Causeway to the Mounds Beach road traveling by the lakeshore
up through an old pine plantation and crop fields. Glidewell
Trail – MODERATE- This trail has a long and
short loop that takes you past a 2000 year old Indian mound.
The long loop is 4.5 miles and the short loop is 2 miles.
Templeton Creek Trail – MODERATE –
2 miles. Parallels the Mounds Beach road then crosses Templeton
Creek and up to the Wildlife Wander Trail. Wildlife
Wander Trail – EASY – .7 mile.This self-guided
trail is a short loop through amateur woods. Brochures available
by trail sign. Garr Hill Trail – MODERATE
– 1.8 miles. This trail goes through crop fields and
woods to the Garr Hill Boat Ramp. Scenic Trail
– MODERATE – 3.25 miles. This is a paved trail
great for bicycle riding and rollerblading. Goes from Garr
Hill to Scenic Vista.
14108 SR 101 Brookville, IN 47012 -
765.647.2657 More
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| Camping |
| Whether you're looking for primitive
camping to class A camping with hook-ups you'll find an abundance
of places to camp in Franklin County. Please contact the campground
for information. |
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Fox Run Camp Sites
- 7131 Fox Run Rd Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.7932 |
| Scenic Campground
- 10112 State Rd 101 Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.5090 |
| Hickory Woods Campground
Inc - 11190 State Rd 101 Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.3335
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| Shady Pines Campground
- 11052 State Rd 101 Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.2063 |
| Twin Forks Campground
- 10202 Fairfield Causeway Rd Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.6881
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| Whitewater
Campground - 6288 US Hwy 52 Cedar Grove IN 47016
- 765.647.4238 |
| Cottonwood Campground |
| Franklin County
Parks Campground - 35 sites - Brookville IN 47012 |
| Garr Hill Campground
- 44 sites - 8035 Pea Ridge Road Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.2641 |
| Morgan's Brookville
Canoe Center - 17 sites - 7040 Whitewater River Lane
Brookville, IN 47012 - 888.304.4904 |
Whitewater River
Campground 9153 US Hwy 52 Brookville, IN 47012 765.647.3118
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| Salt Creek Ranch
- Overnight rustic cabin rental. Sleeps up to 18, with
complete kitchen and bunk house. We also offer camping. Please
call for reservations. 1 mile west of Metamora.
21040 US 52 Laurel, Indiana - 765.698.2044 |
| Spring Hill Campground
- 68 sites |
| Spring Lakes
- 24 sites - 7093 Drewsburg Road Cedar Grove IN 47016 |
| Brookville Lake - Mounds SRA and
Quakertown SRA
Located in the Mounds S.R.A., this campground contains 312
Class A sites with electric and water in the immediate area.The
campground also has 57 Class AA sites which have water, electric
and sewage hook-ups. Five shower houses and three comfort
stations are located throughout the campground. Three trailer
dumping stations are located in the campground. A Class A
campground is located in the Quakertown S.R.A. This campground
contains 98 sites. All sites have electric and water available
in the immediate area.
14108 SR 101 Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.2657 More
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| Swimming |
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Brookville Lake Beach
- Swimming from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Modern
bathhouses providing dressing facilities and restrooms. and
snack bar. Lifeguard on duty. 14108 SR 101 Brookville, IN 47012
765.647.2657 |
Heap
Memorial Swimming Pool - 570 E 9th St Brookville, IN
47012
765.647.3202 |
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| Lake Tours |
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Brookville Lake
Guides Services - A typical day will start at daylight
meeting at 52 Pik-up convenience store and tackle located in
Brookville, where we will take on fuel ice bait fishing license
and any last minute necessities. From there it’s a 5 minute
ride to the boat ramp. We’ll catch fish till noon keeping
want you want for the dinner table. From there we’ll go
to a fish cleaning station where I’ll clean and bag all
the fish for your ride home. As your guide my goal is to provide
you with as much fun as possible while catching fish. Fully
insured and licensed 11183 U.S.Hwy
52 Brookville IN 47012 765.265.3238 email: tagnobbe@cnz.com
our website: www.brookvillelakeguideservice.com |
| River Valley Lake
Tours - You'll enjoy a first class presentation about
Brookville Lake from above the water and you'll also see what's
going on below the water. Open Memorial Day through late October.
Kent's Harbor Marina Liberty IN 47353 765.580.0473 email: contact@rvltours.com
our website: www.rvltours.com |
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| Horseback Riding |
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Salt Creek Ranch
offers 700 acres of wooded trails in beautiful Metamora, Indiana.
Enjoy the scenic beauty as you ride the trails though the hills
and water. Offering riding, cabin rental, camping, horse training,
hay rides and group rates. Choose from one hour or two hour
rides or our "Saddle and Paddle" package that includes
a 12 mile canoe trip. 1 mile west of Metamora. Group rides and
BBQ's available upon request and reservations. Open 7 days.
21040 US 52 Laurel, Indiana - 765.698.2044 |
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| Boating and Skiing |
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Brookville Lake Mounds
SRA and Quakertown SRA - Boating with 9 Launch Ramps;
Fishing / Ice Fishing 14108 SR 101 Brookville, IN 47012 - 765.647.2657
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| Kent's Harbor Marina -
Kent's Harbor Rents Fishing and Family Pontoon Boats ONLY. 15179
Old State Rd. 101, Liberty IN 47353 765.458.7431 |
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| Fishing and Hunting |
| If you visit during a hunting
season, remember that hunting is allowed in certain areas. Watch
signs for regulations and warnings. Some
of the biggest game fish, deer and turkeys in the world live
on these two lakes, so remember that and be prepared with fishing,
hunting and photography equipment. Favorite catches: bass, crappie,
walleye, bluegill, catfish and muskie. Only lake in Indiana
with full-blooded stripers. |
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Brookville Lake Mounds
SRA and Quakertown SRA - FISHING - This lake is located
in the picturesque Whitewater River Valley. The reservoir's
cool, deep waters are a good source of walleye and muskie and
offer the best striped bass fishing in the state. HUNTING —
Upland game and waterfowl are available for the avid hunter
during open seasons. All hunters are required to have an Indiana
Hunting license. Shooting range.14108 SR 101 Brookville, IN
47012 - 765.647.2657 More
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Haspin Acres
- 2 stocked ponds 21208 Laurel Road Laurel, IN 47024
Laurel www.haspinacres.com/home.html |
| Garr Hill Bait Storage
& MRN 8035 Pea Ridge Rd 765.647.3178 |
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| Racing |
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Haspin Acres - Everyone is
welcome at Haspin, from buggies to bikes and 4x4's to ATVs -
anyone who is looking to have a great time being safe and getting
dirty! The park is open 365 days a year. Trail riding, motorcross
track, dirt drag racing. 21208 Laurel Road Laurel, IN 47024
765.698.2420
www.haspinacres.com/home.html |
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| Whitewater Valley Railroad |
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Whitewater Valley Railroad
- Visit Metamora, Indiana without worrying about parking!! This
train departs from our Connersville depot at 12:01 pm on every
Saturday and Sunday between May 1 and October 31. This trip
offers a 2 hour lay over in Metamora good for shopping, eating,
and site seeing. The train departs Metamora for Connersville
at 3:30 pm to arrive at the Connersville Depot at 5:00 pm.
The round trip fares for this train are $20 for adult and
$10 for kids, one way fares are $15 for adults and $8 for
kids. Caboose tickets are available for $22 adult and $12
child.
Many scheduled special events to Metamora. See website for
details.
P.O. Box 406 Connersville, IN 47331 765.825.2054
http://www.whitewatervalleyrr.org/excursions/ |
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| Farmers Market |
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Whites Market Flea Market
- There's something for everyone at White's Farm Flea Market.
The White's Farm Flea Market is open every Wednesday, year-round,
from daylight until noon. The market includes both indoor and
outdoor booths. During our busy summer season, expect 400-500
vendors selling just about everything under the sun. You'll
find things you need as well as items to simply enjoy--antiques,
new items, crafts, used merchandise, and fresh produce. Parking
is free of charge.
While you're here, enjoy a homemade breakfast or lunch. For
breakfast, try Grandma Applegate's world-famous biscuits and
gravy, pastries, and other traditional foods and beverages.
For lunch, our three concession areas offer all types of sandwiches
and drinks. You may also enjoy visiting our miscellaneous
and antique items auction at 11:00 am or our livestock auction
at 1:00 pm 6028 Holland Road Brookville, IN 47012 765.647.5360
website:
http://www.whiteswebsite.com/flea%20market.htm |
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| Kids Stuff |
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Whitewater Valley Railroad
- Take a ride on the railroad from Connersville to Metamora.
Spend a few hours in Metamora and board the train back to Connersville.
765.825.2054 www.whitewatervalleyrr.org
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| Brookville Public Library
- 919 Main Street Brookville, IN 47012 765.647.4031 website
www.wvcl.org/brookville/default.htm
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| Laurel Community Library
- 200 N Clay Street Laurel, IN 47024 765-647-4522 website www.wvcl.org/laurel |
| Franklin County Park
- Hiking, camping, playground and more. 765.647.4422 |
| Brookville Town Park
- Fishing, playgrounds, ball fields, basketball and more. |
Brookville Lake
- Playgrounds; Check the nature center for hours and programs.
P.O. Box 100 Brookville, IN 47012
765.647.2657 |
| Brookville Bowling
Lanes - 20 W 8th St Brookville, IN 47012 765.647.3662
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Cedar Grove Bowling Lanes
- 4 Lanes; Cedar Grove, IN 47016
765.647.6240 |
| Brookville Theatre
- 16 W 5th St Brookville, IN 47012 765.647.4421 |
| Harvest Time Orchard
- Bluegrass Music Saturday Evenings. 3418 East Everton Road,
Connersville, IN 47331 (765) 825-0092 |
Wolf Creek Habitat &
Rescue, Inc. - Wolf Creek Habitat was established in
2000. Their desire is to be able to educate everyone on one
of the most
misunderstood creatures on earth..... The Wolf. Visitors are
welcome on the week-ends or on Wednesdays by appointment only.
School classes are more than welcome for photography and Botany/Zoology.
Saturday 10-8 Sunday 10-7 For more information email Kathy at
WolfCreekHabitat@msn.com
14099 Wolf Creek Rd. Brookville, Indiana 47012 - 765.647.4735
http://www.nighthowls7.com/
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