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Summary: Very hilly hikes in dense woods within one hour drive of Indianapolis. 20 minute drive from Bloomington. These trails are being rehabilitated by the volunteer organization, the Hoosier Hikers Council, www.HoosierHikersCouncil.org , on the third Saturday of every month, and by the state park itself, now that the state park staff has seen some of the HHC improvements. The old trails go straight downhill and become erosion ditches. New trail sections are being built to reroute the trails out of these ditches. The new trail sections are being built with proper drainage and grade for the soil to hold. Trail 8 is nearly complete. In the process of these improvements, on trail 2, some large stone stairways built during the Civilian Conservation Corp days were discovered and are being restored. Some of the stones are rock slabs that are 6 feet long, 2 feet wide, and 1 foot thick. See HHC website for info about plans for a new 10 mile hiking trail in BCSP. Trailhead: Outside of Nashville, Indiana. On State Road 46, east of Bloomington, west of Columbus. Approximately 1 hour drive south of Indianapolis on State Road 135 to Nashville. Can also take I-65 south to Columbus exit and go west on SR 46 to avoid going through Nashville during fall leaf color season which is Nashville's busiest tourest season. From east of Nashville, enter at the North Gate and pass through a very old covered bridge. From west of Nashville, enter at the West Gate. Trail 8 begins at the West Lookout tower nearest the West Gate. Daily car passes must be purchased at the gate. If you are planning on visiting several State Parks and State Recreational Areas during the year, purchase an Annual Pass at the gate. (Lat:39.16695 Lon:-86.21701) Trail Guides for Brown County State Park Trails: Brown County State Park by Indiana DNR (Indiana DNR) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Indiana DNR, Brown County State Park, 812-988-6406 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Patrick J. Eaton, who has posted 3 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by AML on 1/4/2009 My husband and I hiked trails 7 & 8 at Brown County state park yesterday. They were very nice. I would give a word of caution if the weather has been damp. The trail was quite muddy and slick in some places. There is also a significant climb to the top of the ridge. One of the routes has a stair case, the other simply winds back and forth down the side of the ravine. The weather was fabulous for January. We only saw two or three other groups of hikers. Stopping for snacks to enjoy the view at Hesitation point were worth the climb. 
Reviewed by tb on 6/16/2005 Is dirt bike allow on trail? 
Reviewed by maw on 10/21/2004 it was great
Reviewed by Marc on 4/6/2004 Hiked in Brown County State Park on Sat., April 3. The weather was great and the people were fairly minmal. Hiked on trails 8, 7, 4 and 5. Had a great time and will be going back again. 
Reviewed by ts on 4/2/2004 I like to know can I used annual pass any were in the indana can you get me a number to contest for a annual pass.for indiana .or can you give me a address in to get one.thank you tammy Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Indiana Hiking, Indiana Trails, Indiana Hikes, Brown County Hiking, Brown County Trails, Brown County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||