Clifty Falls State Park, State park and waterfall area in Madison, Indiana
Four waterfalls cascade through limestone gorges within a 1,519-acre park, creating seasonal water displays along deep canyon walls.
The Indiana Department of Conservation established Clifty Falls as a state park in 1920 to preserve natural waterfalls and geological formations.
Local residents gather at the park for annual events including nature programs, guided hikes, and educational sessions about native wildlife and plants.
The park includes 12 miles of marked hiking trails, multiple observation points, a swimming pool, picnic areas, and a full-service campground.
Fossilized marine life from 450 million years ago remains embedded in the stone creek beds throughout the park canyon system.
Location: Indiana
Inception: 1920
Operator: Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Website: https://in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/clifty-falls-state-park
GPS coordinates: 38.74816,-85.41523
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:25
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