Salamonie River State Forest

Salamonie River State Forest is a protected natural area covering roughly 850 acres (344 hectares) across two counties, extending along river bluffs with dense woodlands and walking trails. The property includes a lake and offers varied habitats for native plants and wildlife.

The property began as erodable land purchased by the state in the 1930s with help from local residents who supported land conservation. A building structure constructed during that era of restoration work later gained national historic recognition.

The name comes from a Native American language and refers to yellow dye made from bloodroot plants that grow near the riverbanks. The vegetation here shows how indigenous people once used natural materials from the landscape.

The forest has two camping areas with a combined total of 36 sites and water facilities for visitors. The property offers separate sections for families and horse riders to serve different groups comfortably.

A shelter house on the property was built by a federal work program in the 1930s and was listed in the national register of historic places in 1994. The building represents the craftsmanship from a major historical work initiative.

Location: Indiana

GPS coordinates: 40.81330,-85.69920

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:46