Goose Pond Cypress Slough Nature Preserve
Indian Mound Road, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620
About the Goose Pond Cypress Slough Nature Preserve
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Welcome to Goose Pond Cypress Slough Nature Preserve, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Posey County, Indiana. Located on Indian Mound Road in Mount Vernon, this enchanting park offers a rare glimpse of the Deep South right here in southwestern Indiana. Dedicated as a State Nature Preserve in 1995, Goose Pond is a unique ecosystem featuring a series of small sloughs that stretch along the Ohio River floodplain.
Visitors are greeted by the majestic sight of bald cypress trees, complete with their distinctive cypress knees, lining the slough. This preserve is one of the few places in Indiana where you can admire these extraordinary trees, as they lie near their northern range limit. The bald cypress, along with green ash, silver maple, and old sycamore trees, create a biodiverse habitat that is both captivating and rare, with only four viable sites remaining in the state.
While exploring the preserve, you may encounter a variety of wildlife, including turtles, frogs, and a plethora of bird species. If you're fortunate, you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive copperbelly water snake. Although some visitors have imagined spotting alligators, rest assured, there are no such creatures here.
Plan your visit during the midsummer or autumn months for the best experience, as springtime can bring flooding from the Ohio River, making the preserve difficult to access. The terrain is easy to moderate, perfect for hiking enthusiasts, even though there are no established trails. Don't forget your mosquito repellent during wetter months!
Getting here is simple: from Evansville, head west on S.R. 62 to Howell, continue for about 11.3 miles, then turn left onto Indian Mound Road. Travel approximately 3 miles to reach the preserve, and park along the road just past the sharp left turn.
Goose Pond Cypress Slough Nature Preserve is maintained through the collaborative efforts of the Indiana Heritage Trust and the Department of Nature Preserves. We invite you to explore this beautiful sanctuary and witness the stunning "cypress gold" in autumn and the vibrant red of silver maples. Come and experience a unique natural wonder in Indiana.
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Indian Mound Road, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620, United States
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