My purpose in writing this book stems from my passion for the Hoosier National Forest. Equally so, it revolves around some of the disappointing qualities I have repeatedly encountered while exploring it. For example, it is common to find that many tracts of forest land have no established parking areas, no signage, and no access …
Hoosier’s Hidden Hikes Table of Contents When To Visit Low Impact Hiking Safeguarding Sensitive Locations Map School Backwoods Navigation Ratings Explained Intro To Off-Trail Hiking Rules and Regulations Private Property Caves and Caving Geology Forest History and Management Lodging and Restaurants Rock Climbing Official Trails and Recreation Areas Hiking Locations Arch Index Hoosier National Forest …
We are moving into Autumn hiking weather with cooler temperatures and Fall colors. I want to remind folks that ticks and chiggers are still an abundant threat in the forest, especially for off-trail hikers. Ticks carry an array of diseases that should be taken seriously, so take the time now to treat your gear and …
German Ridge is a recreational area and trail system in the southern reaches of the Hoosier National Forest. Prior to my visit I put forth a lot of research into the area and set my own expectation that it would be a treasure trove for waterfalls. Instead, it became a testament to the fact that …