Hickory Ridge Fire Tower Trail Hoosier National Forest
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Indiana · perry County

Hickory Ridge Fire Tower Trail Hoosier National Forest

Short climb to a fire tower with broad views over Hoosier NF.

Rating
Length
1.4 mi
Difficulty
2
County
perry

About This Trail

A 1.4-mile climb to the Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower, the sole remaining fire tower of eight that once stood in the Hoosier National Forest. Visitors can still climb the tower for panoramic views over the forested hills of Perry County, though caution is advised on the historic structure.

Location

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Coordinates: 39.0348526, -86.3213608

Getting There

From Norman, take IN-58 east 0.3 miles past the stop sign and turn left onto County Road 1250 W at the brown Forest Service sign. Continue 2.2 miles to the Hickory Ridge Trailhead and campground on the left.

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