@martymcnasty8239 2 жыл бұрын
I live in madison, a group of friends and I go to clifty nearly every weekend to go hiking and it is beautiful. highly recommend anyone passing through southern indiana stop and check it out.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree! It has everything: ravines, canyons, & waterfalls!
@markstumpf6531 2 жыл бұрын
Nice list. Clifty Falls is tricky because if it is too wet, the trail that is mentioned can be completely impassible. I was there last summer and the falls were amazing, but trail 2 was completely flooded out. Problem is, if it is too dry, the waterfalls are empty. Turkey Run is a blast -- and don't be afraid to go there in the winter. Some of the icicles from the cliffs are amazing. Great call on the Shades/Pine Hills hike. Pleasantly surprised that made it in over any of the McCormick's Creek trails, but I really wanted to keep that trail a secret because every time I go there, I have it all to myself -- just the way I like it. lol
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
McCormick's Creek is a hard one for me to rate. As a park, I would consider it one of Indiana's ten best. But for actual hiking, nothing much there excites me, other than the waterfall and creek below it, which simply isn't long enough for us to include in what we consider to be the top 10 (but still a top destination, if that makes sense!) It's all subjective anyway, some trails we like for features, some we like for nature, some we like for history, some we like for wildlife. They are all great in their own way! Might be about time to make a "10 More Top Day Hikes" video!
@cletamaggard556 2 жыл бұрын
I love Turkey run ❤👍
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
Turkey Run is a special place that truly makes you forget you're in Indiana!
@abraves119 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I'm just recently getting really into hiking. I've gone to McCormick's Creek and Brown County State Parks so far. My goal is to hit every trail at every state park in Indiana, and this video made me even more excited for Shades and Turkey Run!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Shades & Turkey Run will spoil you, they are so fun & interesting. Have fun!
@indianaadventuretourguide3394 3 жыл бұрын
That is an incredible goal! Good luck!!
@user-pi6ws8ws5m 9 ай бұрын
Had a lot of Tornado activity last year . Hope next year is not so bad.
@donnabrowne5307 5 ай бұрын
I'm a big fan of Turkey Run and Shades. Last year I visited TRSP after a 5" snowfall and was captivated by how beautifully it changed the look of the canyons. Discovering winter hiking has been a joy. A bonus for history buffs is that the grave of William Bratton, a member of Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery, is in nearby Waynetown.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 5 ай бұрын
Turkey Run really does transform in the winter! I didn't know that about William Bratton, thanks for the info.
@tiffanymathias2525 9 ай бұрын
Nice list, I was surprised Versailles State Park wasn’t on it too. Definitely check it out!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 9 ай бұрын
We have hiked, camped, and kayaked at Versailles, nice all-around park!
@JimHayesHiking 3 жыл бұрын
You fella's have some great hiking up your way.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
It's not too bad! Thanks for watching!
@HooksandHammocks 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for adding to my bucket list! lol
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Haha! We still have a lot to discover as well.
@daddydoom1270 4 ай бұрын
Awesome video! Love it very informative would love to see someone similar that covers these places and how& where camping is permitted.
@tonyc2570 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for putting all of this together. Much appreciated and saved much time and research.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! But remember, these are just our opinions and suggestions, everybody likes different things and others might have a completely different list. But I do think it's a good starting point!
@norwaynorway2763 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing(watching your video brought back great memories). I'm from CALIFORNIA and I visited TRURKEY RUN STATE PARK last year and it was BEAUTIFUL I just LOVE it.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
Oof, we don't really have much in Indiana that compares to what you have in California! Turkey Run is probably our most unique park, glad you enjoyed!
@charlesolinger6250 3 жыл бұрын
I love cliffty falls but I heard there was Hoffman falls that is 80 ft waterfalls but I haven't hike it yet. Great work Catfish
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Hoffman Falls is cool and it is taller than Clifty Falls, but has about 1/4 of the water flow. We actually hiked to Hoffman Falls after hiking to Clifty Falls, so it can all be done in a single hike!
@sciencereactions8221 Жыл бұрын
My favorite hike in Indiana is Greens Bluff! Also love hiking in the Dunes:)
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Жыл бұрын
Both great places to hike, and offer a lot of diversity!
@user-pi6ws8ws5m 9 ай бұрын
Very nice Five minutes away From my Homestead
@MSchumacherfan 10 ай бұрын
We enjoy the ACRES land trust properties
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 10 ай бұрын
They have some good ones, as does NICHES Land trust as well!
@user-pi6ws8ws5m 9 ай бұрын
Moved to South Central Indiana 2yrs ago to retire from construction bus. In Cleveland Ohio I didn't know This State had so much to offer It's a great place for outdoor activities .My area is Owen County bordering Green and Monroe Countys not far from Brown County , very nice really enjoy it here.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 9 ай бұрын
That's a great area to live in, lots of great scenery, plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors!
@haileyshields468 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking time to make this video!!!!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@PFAM5 3 жыл бұрын
Great countdown. I’ve obviously only seen the trails as you’ve shown them. Based on that, Turkey Run and Cliffty Falls look the most fun!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Those two are a couple of the best! Hope all is good down your way, rock on!
@CampfireSteveOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
WoW! A lot of varied features and terrain there. I remember sights in a couple parks in Indiana from family vacations in the very early 80's (my father had relatives there). Can't name them now, but I was impressed.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Indiana has a lot of small pockets of cool places, in between all the cornfields, LOL!
@HoosierHikes 3 жыл бұрын
This is the first I've heard of Martell Forest. Now that i know of it, sounds like I have a new day hike nearby to look into. Thanks!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Same here!!
@ThomasEntertainment1 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely swing by! You'll prolly see me out there either for school or running haha.
@SantosChronicles 3 жыл бұрын
Didn’t really realize Indiana had so many cool nature trails in IN till I found your channel. Turkey Run is totally a place we would love to visit. Also the park where you can see the fossils. You guys have built quite a KZfaq Library. Have a good week guys. Oh yea, the one trail we won’t do is IN Dunes. We did that one hill and barely survived 🤣
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
There's not too many trails in the Dunes that doesn't include climbing a dune! You would love Turkey Run though. Rock on, Chronicles Crew!!
@TheMountainMatt 3 жыл бұрын
Now I know what video to come to again when I’m ready to visit Indian 😁 well done fellas!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It really all comes down to what kind of hiking you like to do. We kinda like the more rugged trails!
@ryan_hakes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks guys! Few I haven't been to yet. Excited to add these to list. Have you stopped by the small historic hidden church at the SW corner of Turkey Run Park near the lodge? Richard Libers ashes were scattered there. A favorite spot to pause reflect and give thanks for his invaluable contributions to Indiana parks preservation.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, we've been there! I've even known of some people that have gotten married in that little church. It's nice because not many people venture up to that spot, definitely a good spot to reflect.
@ryan_hakes 3 жыл бұрын
@@SlonesWildernessExpeditions didn't know people could get inside it wow ... Id love a few seconds inside there. Have you been to Depauw Nature Center yet? Haven't gone through all your videos yet. Lol
@outdoorstours 3 жыл бұрын
This is an another very nice footage , awesome content here :-) just great adventure and amazing nature shots! Thanks for sharing , Like 41. See you soon again
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@ustakkpiat 3 жыл бұрын
Perkongsian yang hebat... Tahniah... 🇲🇾
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@rupachenthil 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for putting this together and making it easy for travelers like me
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Have fun on your adventures!
@HikeCamp 3 жыл бұрын
All look fantastic guys!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Still more to explore...
@user-qc7hr4my7r 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for giving some ideas to ones I haven’t visited. Clifty Falls is one we’re hitting next year. Salamonie, Turkey Run and Shades are my top 3 in no particular order with Salamonie being the closest to where we live.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Right on! I grew up near North Manchester, so I spent a lot of time at Salamonie when I was young. I didn't truly appreciate it until I was much older, though!
@user-qc7hr4my7r 3 жыл бұрын
@@SlonesWildernessExpeditions me and my girl took her mules there 2 years ago and I couldn’t believe the difference in the terrain from the South Bend area. We then hiked it this year and loved it. Crazy how the terrain can change a hour and hour away.
@boethia7367 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for this!!!!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 ай бұрын
You're welcome! Happy exploring!
@gingertrine2912 3 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your video. You definitely captured some of my favorites!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed! I could probably make another list with a whole different top ten, it really just depends on the mood, the season, and so many other things.
@TerryX2Explore 3 жыл бұрын
That is true, Catfish! We made that mistake as well until we started watching your channel..... so thanks for that, you guys! Great video, guys.... They are all beautiful trails! 😀👍
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Every place has something special.
@shaolinman Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the list of State Parks in Indiana.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Жыл бұрын
You bet!
@drobinson-uo7ic 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! I've gotten into hiking and I've been wanting to explore Indiana
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! This is just a smidgen of worthy hikes here in Indiana, but a good place to get started. Enjoy!
@fredflintstone6163 Жыл бұрын
I canoe down sugar Creek turkey run fifty years ago still wonderful 😊
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Жыл бұрын
I bet it was awesome then too!
@christmills7633 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the good trips guy's,, if your ever back south just north east of Hemlock Cliffs is Little Africa nice hike with history :)
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent, I'll have to add Little Africa to my list!
@kevinjoest2738 3 жыл бұрын
I just hiked yellow birch ravine, it's a little south of Tazewell Indiana. It's like Hemlock Cliffs x4!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
@@kevinjoest2738 It's on my list to do!
@shaolinman 4 ай бұрын
Great parks on this list.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 4 ай бұрын
I agree, Indiana has some good parks for sure.
@indianaadventuretourguide3394 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! I didn't know about France Park or Hemlock Cliffs. Added to my list!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Have fun, both great places!
@diavolorosa 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Just got the season pass for all the parks and will be visiting as many as I can! Thanks so much for the tips :D
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Have fun! And remember, what we all consider to be "best" is purely subjective, you may find places that you enjoy more! Rock on!
@southerncharlesfamily6089 3 жыл бұрын
awesome video! Great tips for hiking Indiana!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Special places exist everywhere.
@AmazingSabah 3 жыл бұрын
great adventure ahead. Thanks for sharing this. New friend here
@michele2017promastertravel 9 ай бұрын
This is a great video. Can't wait to try Shades trail recommendation, going to be there in two weeks. .
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 9 ай бұрын
Thanks! I should really update it, or add to it. Shades is my overall favorite Indiana state park, all the trails offer something good. The backpacking trail is boring if you're not actually camping, but the rest of the trails go through ravines & canyons, with the creek bed often being the trail. Enjoy!
@michele2017promastertravel 9 ай бұрын
@@SlonesWildernessExpeditionsThanks!
@bigalbert1598 3 жыл бұрын
Looks like some good hiking
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Indiana has some decent hiking, believe it or not! It's no Colorado, but it makes us appreciate those places even more.
@cletamaggard556 2 жыл бұрын
This is awesome!!!😁✌
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you like it
@ThomasEntertainment1 3 жыл бұрын
Great list! A bit of an obscure one, but I would add Martell Forest in Lafayette to this list.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting, I've lived in the Lafayette area for 25 years and never heard of Martell Forest. After looking it up, I see why, I avoid the Purdue campus like the plague, LOL! But I will make a point to check it out now, thanks for the heads up!
@ThomasEntertainment1 3 жыл бұрын
@@SlonesWildernessExpeditions No problem! It's definitely a bit of a hidden gem. It's not a huge area (main loop is 5.5ish miles), but it's got topography that rivals Southern Indiana.
@jasonshaw2065 2 жыл бұрын
Really great video thank you!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome!
@CdnBiggles 3 жыл бұрын
Great video guys.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@qww760 Жыл бұрын
I wish I have someone to go hike with.
@QuinshunCarswell Жыл бұрын
Me too but I just go by myself
@fatdad8049 2 жыл бұрын
Top notch video. Great work guys.
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Doing lists is a tricky thing, it all depends on what you like!
@ortiko 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice video and footage! Big 👍like from me! I also like outdoors, hike with my dog and shoot some videos to. Keep on!!!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you have a great channel!
@ortiko 3 жыл бұрын
@@SlonesWildernessExpeditions wish you success!!!
@melissalindblom3408 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome and informative!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! We're still exploring, we may have to update our list one of these days, LOL.
@Parr4theCourse 3 жыл бұрын
Nice recap!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@LaddDentalGroup 2 жыл бұрын
Love this! Great work!!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! Although our favorites are constantly changing, we feel like this is still a good list!
@CelticPaths4k 3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful hiking tour, your channel is so interesting for outdoors lovers like me, thanks a lot for sharing with us all these wonderful places. Like 47 and new sub from Galicia (Spain)
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! We love our international friends, I am already subbed to you!
@CelticPaths4k 3 жыл бұрын
@@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Thanks so much my friends! Merry Christmas!
@AndyParrishOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Well done!
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! If I had to do it again, I would make the intro a lot shorter, and my personal list is ALWAYS changing, LOL.
@AndyParrishOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
@@SlonesWildernessExpeditions that's good... Then you have an endless supply of videos to make! 🤣🤣🤣
@sam-k3191 Жыл бұрын
hi , what are your recommended places to hike in winter ?
@SlonesWildernessExpeditions Жыл бұрын
Personally, I like ice hiking in the winter, so any place that has ice formations or frozen waterfalls. Turkey Run, Shades, McCormick's Creek, Cataract Falls, Clifty Falls, just to name a few. We put on crampons/micro spikes and enjoy the scenery!
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