Harrison-Crawford State Forest

Harrison-Crawford State Forest is a popular tourist attraction located at 7240 Old Forest Road Southwest in Corydon, Indiana. Established in 1932, this 24,000-acre forest is a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering activities such as sightseeing, birdwatching, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, and hunting. The forest is situated in western Harrison and eastern Crawford counties, bordering the Ohio River.

Visitors can explore the rugged hardwood forest, fish in Wyandotte Lake, Blue River, and Ohio River, and hunt for white-tailed deer, squirrels, and raccoons. The forest is also home to hundreds of wild caves for experienced cavers to explore.

One of the highlights of the forest is the Adventure Trail, a 25-mile loop trail that takes about 3 days to complete. Overnight camping is permitted along the trail, with shelters and primitive sites available for hikers. The forest also offers other trails such as the Timber Harvest Self-Guided Interpretive Trail and the Fire Tower to Rocky Ridge Bike and Hike Trail.

Harrison-Crawford State Forest is located about 2 ½ hours south of Indianapolis, 2 hours east of Evansville, 15 minutes west of Historic Corydon, and 45 minutes west of Louisville, Kentucky. It surrounds the 2,000-acre O’Bannon Woods State Park, offering a unique partnership between the state park and state forest.