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Shades state park is open for day use only (8 a.m. until dusk), november through march. overnight camping is available at turkey run state park just 15 miles to the southwest. turkey run also has an inn and cabins.

Ready to relax? let's head for shakamak. three man-made lakes offer 400 acres of water for fishing and boating while a new family aquatic center provides swimming fun. about two-thirds of the campsites are in a wooded area, offering cool shade in the summer and beautiful fall colors in autumn. nearby is a play field area for family fun. a popular feature of the park is the group camp.

Spring mill state park offers a powerful illustration of the link between the natural and cultural worlds. the water flowing from several cave springs led to the founding of an industrial village in the early 1800s. pioneer entrepreneurs took advantage of a constant water source that never froze, using it to power several gristmills, a wool mill, a saw mill, and a distillery. in turn, pioneer settlers shaped the landscape around the village, clearing land for agriculture and timber.

An expansive view and good fishing beckon you to summit lake state park, near new castle. more than 2,680 acres, including a large lake, await your visit. facilities include 125 electric campsites, three boat ramps, a beach bathhouse and two large open shelters that can be reserved for family picnics and other events.

Attention canoers! get ready for a relaxing journey as you float down the beautiful tippecanoe river. you must bring your own canoe or make arrangements with the local canoe livery. when you return, you can enjoy the beautiful campground facilities with your group, family or friends.

You'll marvel at the natural geologic wonders of this beautiful park as you hike along its famous trails. nestled along state road 47 southwest of crawfordsville, the park offers the chance to explore deep, sandstone ravines, walk along stands of aged forests, and enjoy the scenic views along sugar creek.

Take a drive through the beautiful rolling hills of southeastern indiana with versailles state park, indiana’s second-largest state park, as your destination. this area has deep history rooted in both the civil war and the civilian conservation corps. versailles state park dedicated a ccc commemorative statue in 2010. numerous fossils tell the story of an ancient sea that covered the region. during the civil war, morgan’s raiders made their way through the area that is now the park. the town of versailles was briefly under confederate control.

Shoreline hiking, flat-water boating, swimming, fishing and camping opportunities are abundant around the man-made lake. the access to brookville reservoir provides many opportunities for seeing migrating flocks of birds.