WORST CANOE TRIP EVER!!! 85% of our trip was dragging the canoes over rocks! This was an awful…read moretrip!! It felt as if we were on a creek, rather than a river. If you are trying to show someone a fun time on a canoe trip, DO NOT GO HERE!! We got stuck many times and called the office to get help, but they could not help us. They told us we needed to continue dragging our canoes until the very end. Ugh! Nightmare! The rocks were very slippery and my son cut his leg when he slipped trying the drag one of the canoes. It took us FOUR hours to complete the trip and they advertise it as a two hour trip.

Love coming here every season! The family that owes this is incredibly nice and helpful. They are…read morealways able to accommodate our parties. Incredibly hard working staff. Never have a bad time on the creek!

A nice paved path and pretty wooded views make this an enjoyable trail. We saw a group of folks…read morewith a few people in wheel chairs and we were encouraged that many people can enjoy this beautiful walk.

The Monon High Bridge Trail is part of Delphi, Indiana's 10+ mile system of historic trails that…read morerun throughout the city that rests alongside the Wabash and Erie Canal. The trail became an infamous part of Indiana's crime history on Valentine's Day in 2017 when teenagers Abigail Williams and Liberty German were murdered on the trail after having gone there for an afternoon of hiking on an unseasonably warm February day in Indiana. I must admit that I hesitated to add the trail, a previously popular trail on Delphi's Eastside that seems to be mostly used at this point by those seeking some sort of closure in dealing with the crime and by other curious Hoosiers. For a smaller city, Delphi has a rather nicely developed trail system. Since the tragedy occurred in 2017, Delphi has been making tremendous strides in raising funds and working toward further enhancing the safety of its trails. As a longtime activist in the area of violence prevention, I've long been outspoken about violence involving children and the Delphi killings struck me particularly hard as it was right around the time I was doing one of my Tenderness Tour events. Over the past year, I'd wanted to try to wheel this trail, knowing that it wasn't quite as developed as I usually try to stick to, but it has never felt quite right given the tragedy and my overwhelming desire to not exploit those involved. Having done a recent event, however, I had the opportunity to visit Delphi and to wheel this trail without any publicity and with no commercial attachments. While I am not connected to Delphi, Abby, or Liberty, like many it felt very personal. The trail is a 1.5 mile trail accessible by the abandoned Monon Railroad and from County Road 300. There is some parking available, though I should say up front that neither the parking area not the actual trail would likely be considered wheelchair friendly. The parking area isn't paved - it's more natural dirt/gravel road with a gravel pathway to the actual trail that is actual gravel and not crushed stone. It's not an easy wheel. You can tell you're in the right place if you see a Centennial Stone dedicated to General Samuel Milroy There's a very clear Delphi Historic Trails sign also present. The trail features Indiana's second highest railroad creek crossing, a crossing that is currently blocked off largely related to the crime and issues with private property and planned renovations. When you visit the trail, you are immediately overwhelmed with the fact that the trail is relatively close to a highway and also a property that is on the National Register of Historic Places. While I was able to make my way up to the closed area in a wheelchair, it's pretty clear that the pending renovations and lack of utilization have allowed for some wear to exist on the trail that would likely be addressed more fully if the trail was more actively utilized. We ran into an elderly area couple on the trail while out there - they acknowledged it was their first time on the trail since the killings and they shared their insights about the town's ongoing inability to use the trail. It appears this is magnified because no one has been arrested for the killings. The trail itself is mostly natural, somewhat cleared yet definitely one that requires full attention to ensure safe passage. While the bridge itself was blocked off, it is well known the railroad crossing would not be wheelchair friendly even for a pretty extreme adventure guy like myself. The trail also offers access to the Mary I. Gerrard Nature Preserve, a 6-acre nature park that is right near the end of the trail where the kilings occurred. There's also a memorial to Abby and Liberty that is still presence, a simple yet powerful reminder of the tragedy. It feels weird to "rate" the Monon High Bridge Trail "as is." Yet, it's a trail that remains open to the public and is due to be renovated and upgraded with enhanced safety features. While it remains to be seen if the public will return to the trail, one hopes that the beautiful setting will once again be visited even if it must wait until someone is held accountable for the tragedy that occurred on the trail. The trail is open dusk to dawn. The trail itself does not wind around - once you reach the end, you'll turn around and return the same way. It should be obvious, but if you choose to visit the trail do so respectfully. Delphi is a city with very little crime and the tragedy that occurred on the Monon High Bridge Trail has truly shaken its soul. Please be respectful of anyone you see and the memorial markers that continue to be present toward the end of the trail. Ultimately, the trail is best for hikers and those without mobility concerns. Those in wheelchairs and those with other gait or walking concerns may want to stick to the paved trails closer to town.

The best trail for running in the West Lafayette/Lafayette area. On the southernmost point, you can…read morepark at Fort Ouiatenon, take the sidewalk 3/4s of a mile to the trailhead then follow the dirt path along the Wabash River up to the pedestrian bridge, where you can cross over to the Lafayette side or continue up a bit more on paved surface toward a small park, restaurants and the edge of Purdue's campus. If you head over to the Lafayette side, the trail continues on paved surface for a while before returning to a dirt surface and concludes at the Tippecanoe Battlefield Park in Battle Ground, roughly 13 miles from Fort O. The trail is mostly flat and runnable from start to finish. After heavy rains, the river regularly floods the southern part of the trail.

The Wabash Heritage Trail is 13 miles long making it a perfect training ground for a mini marathon…read more However, today we were exploring nature with our granddaughter. We started on the north end at Battleground Memorial. At the head of the trail is a sweet little nature center (Wah-ba-shik-a Nature Center) filled with descriptions of wildlife and fauna that are native to the area. My granddaughter was delighted to see the big white owl that greeted us at the door. The volunteer at the Center was welcoming and admission was free. They had maps for the trail that you can take. There are also special programs offered throughout the year. The trail starts and Battleground and extends all the way to Fort Ouiatenon. We only toured a couple miles along a creek that eventually meets the Wabash River. The trail is mulch covered and easy to navigate by foot. It would be difficult to maneuver a stroller or wheelchair onto the trail. The trail is lined with very large sycamores, oaks, walnuts and other trees native to the area. Some of the trees were at least 300 years older. The creek is clear and suitable for a little stomping. There are occasional benches along the trail as well as informational markers. There were also picnic tables and a water fountain at the trail head. We did not see any restroom facilities, but there were probably some in the Battle Ground Museum. The hike is quiet during the week. You can enjoy the sounds of birds and squirrels. I can imagine how beautiful the trail is when the leaves are changing color. There is some highway traffic noise as you get closer to the highway. The trail does not loop, so you have to backtrack to return to your car. There was plenty of parking at the Memorial. The map indicated that there were about five parking lots along the trail. We enjoyed the hike and will return to do a different section soon. I highly recommend.

What a sweet experience at this National Historic Landmark, the Dentzel Carousel, brought to…read moreLogansport, IN in 1919! There are 43 hand-carved animals that date back to at least 1902...with several believed to be traced back to about 1885! We had a nice little tour with Ernie, who has worked at the carousel for over 50 years! We learned all about this unique and rare carousel--which is one of only 2 that remain in existence!

Absolutely fantastic! This carousel brings you back to the days when carnivals were grand and you…read moreloved being a kid. It's incredibly well maintained, and the facility is spotless. Cost is up to $1 a ride for 2019, but for a unique attraction that seemed reasonable. One really cool treat here is the chance to grab the brass ring. Definitely a must-see if you are in Central Indiana.

Davis Ferry Park is the site of an 1800s ferry crossing and an early 1900s bridge. The park offers…read moreaccess to Wabash Heritage Trail in both directions, a great place for short or long hiking, with or without your dog. No bikes or camping. A boat launch and some river bank areas provide access for fishing. No toilet or fresh water service.

Unless you are planning on launching your boat into the Wabash, there is no reason to visit here…read more I thought when it said there was a link to the trail system, it is obscure. The rest of the area is surrounded by corn fields and private property. No visible trails can be seen, but google maps indicates you may be able to cross the river via the western bridge. I couldn't see the trail from the boat launch, so I hope you have better luck than I did. Review #1145

Super friendly and small place with some fun climbs and decent prices in a great location. I liked…read moreseeing the Groupon offers and weekly discounts. Us four guys tried it for the first time a while back and enjoyed the casual atmosphere, easy access to all the amateur and more advanced in one room, and had some good challenges with other regulars. I was surprised a lot of the vertical cliffs seem to be a bit random and without any serious attention to a real path one might get to on a real mountain. I would like to see that and be able to feel I am going up a real life peak at some point rather than someone's own creative setup.

Climb Lafayette is a very fun and athletic experience…read more The lobby is very well kept and has an assortment of climbing gear (chalk, harnesses, etc.). The staff are very helpful and professional. The price is suitable for the equipment rented and the climbing walls. The orientation helps give knowledge about the basics of the harnesses etc. They also offer a class for the belay walls. The walls are periodically changed, making it a great place to come back and visit. I got a very good workout from being here. Both experiences were great. The walls are well kept and vary in level of difficulty. This establishment is great! I suggest anyone who wants an athletic enjoyable experience to come here. 5/5 stars.

I wasn't sure what I'd find at this park on the northwest side of Delphi. When I pulled into the…read moreparking lot on the south end, I was immediately aware of a high ridge with a fence on it that I couldn't see over. There was a small plaza with benches and a sculpture and a dedication plaque to George Obear. Beyond the plaza, there was a grove of mature trees with a picnic table in the center. And then I noticed the structure that is the overlook part of the park's name. I climbed the structure and saw a plaque describing the man-made lake that was in front of me. Apparently, the area beyond the ridge had been a limestone quarry that stopped producing in 1994 and was allowed to fill with water. Wow! I went on a sunny day and I can honestly say that I have never seen water so sparkling blue in my 60+ years. Even though the water is about 100 feet deep, I can only imagine the white limestone helps reflect light back to the surface to make the water appear so light in color. It's a shame that the fencing around the overlook takes away from the view (I had to get my camera up against the fence to shoot through it.) I never made it to the north end of the park since it was extremely hot on my visit and I didn't try to walk to the north end. Note that there are some private lots along the road that takes you up to the north end of the park, so it isn't so easily recognizable. Not sure what else there is to see on that end. Even if you don't make it to that end, pick a sunny day and check out the view. The view of the lake is worth the trip! Review #2793

I enjoyed everything about the campground. Jacob has done an AMAZING JOB fixing it up for adults &…read morekids to have a nice place to spend there time. He is a very nice guy & has worked extremely hard making it such a nice place to camp. His prices are below what he should charge, he's only ONE PERSON & HAS DONE A TREMENDOUS JOB!! BE PROUD JACOB, YOU HAVE DONE MORE TO ACCOMMODATE CAMPERS THEN MOST PLACES!! Drunk & a towel wrapped around him is his business, I'm sure there are others that drink there, u are suppose to go there and camp not keep your eye on Jacob!!! & I'm sure he looks just fine in a towel!! .....Great job Jacob!! You have my vote!!!

This place is amazing! I stayed here for 2 nights. It was way cheaper than a hotel/motel. Cleaner,…read morethe gentleman that runs it was very accommodating and he even upgraded our room when we unexpectedly had our grand kids for the night and we didn't even ask him to! It is peaceful out there! They have done an amazing job with the place it is beautiful!!! Can't wait to go back and stay again. You know how you go to some campgrounds and the owners bug you . Well this man doesn't. He made sure we didn't need anything and we didn't see him again till the next evening. The was awesome! His staff is super friendly also. We didn't get the omg another boring campground feeling from this place. There is a lot to do and we could only fit a quarter of it in on that short of a stay. There are Porta potty's out there and they are the cleanest ones I have ever been in. Are the showers are at the front by the office. there was only a few campers there we were all spread out, not feeling like we were on top of each other. It was nice.