Indiana Insider Blog

The Indiana State Nature Passport debuted in February 2021! In it’s first year, over 126 people completed the first 59 locations and won prizes. The program has provided incentives for thousands of people across the country to explore the state... Read more

Fresh snow highlights Indiana’s winter scenery like no other season! For some winter fun, pack up the family or a friend and explore Indiana’s backroads on this winter drive! Snowy bridges, rustic barns, and wildlife await everyone who loves cold... Read more

Winter is coming. But fear not because there is a ton of winter adventure in Western Indiana that can help you fight the winter blues. Cataract Falls is a great place to start a day of adventure. All seasons have... Read more

It wouldn’t be the holiday season for my family if we didn’t take in a holiday concert or show together, shop for unique gifts at a craft fair and enjoy some holiday light viewing. Create memories this holiday season that will... Read more

Looking for an alternative to spending time in line at the check-out on Black Friday? Give yourself some space and Opt Outside at a DNR property this year. When you “Opt Outside” on Black Friday you’ll get free admission to... Read more

Sunday, May 1st kicks off Visit Indiana Week with free state parks admission and free fishing in public waters from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources! Properties offering free admission include all State Parks and Lakes, State Forests & Recreation Areas, and State... Read more

Everyone loves a waterfall, but they can be even more impressive when frozen! We got our winter waterfall fix when we visited one of Indiana’s tallest waterfalls on a recent drive through western Indiana. Williamsport Falls Williamsport Falls is the... Read more

From birds and bridges to beautiful barns, you’ll find yourself pulling over to take a few pictures of Indiana’s rural countryside. When the backroads call, head out and see Indiana’s beauty on a scenic winter drive! An early morning start... Read more

Once the temperatures dip, the snow starts to fall and the winds become chilly (or borderline brutal), there aren’t many souls hanging out at Whiting Lakefront Park. And in a time like this, that’s a welcome thing. Not only are... Read more