Indiana Insider Blog

Whether you’re a pro or have never even met a horse, Indiana is the perfect state to explore on horseback. With more than 600 miles of horse trails, Indiana horseback riding is an experience you’ll love wherever you are in... Read more

For my second journey into the Hoosier National Forest, I made a trip to the spectacular Wesley Chapel Gulf, located in a small section of the Hoosier National Forest between Orleans, Paoli, and French Lick. If you’re unfamiliar as I... Read more

The Midwest is a pretty flat area absent of the massive mountains you will find in other parts of the county. We do have our hills, and a visit to one of them will land you at Indiana’s highest point.... Read more

A visit to legendary Orange County is the ideal location for your family and friends. With a focus on family fun, unique experiences, and opportunities to make memories, you will find our southern hospitality to be warm, friendly, and legendary!... Read more

The northern ‘section’ of the Hoosier National Forest, specifically the area just south of Brown County State Park and the forested area surrounding the eastern part of Lake Monroe, includes Hardin Ridge & Charles Deam Wilderness. Learn more about what... Read more

Ride, dine, shop and save! Hamilton County Tourism’s popular Pedal Perks program is back with a brand-new digital passport. Ride your bike to a participating business, check in and earn special deals and discounts. The program launches May 1 to... Read more

Sunday, May 2 kicks off Visit Indiana Week with free state parks admission and free fishing in public waters from Indiana Department of Natural Resources! Properties offering free admission include all State Parks and Lakes, State Forests & Recreation Areas and State ORV Riding... Read more

The summer travel season is upon us, and that means Visit Indiana Week is near! This year, travelers who check-in at one of 59 locations on the Indiana State Nature Passport between May 2-8 can win prizes. To kick off... Read more

This past fall, I took a little weekend road trip that included a stop at Wolf Park in Battle Ground, Indiana. It was really a fascinating spot and a nice place to spend a little time outdoors as I was... Read more