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No matter what you’re looking for, escape comes naturally in Brown County. Eclectic boutiques and galleries, breathtaking scenery, welcoming accommodations, and endless outdoor adventures await. A great spot for the true nature lover, Brown County is home to a state park (Indiana's largest), a state forest, and a national forest. Hiking, mountain biking, zip lining, kayaking, horseback riding, golf, ATV tours, and more, Brown County is your gateway to the great outdoors! Unplug from daily life and reconnect with one another as you experience the rustic beauty and artisanal charm of Brown County. Plan your escape today… you’ll be glad you did.

Visiting Tips

Any time of year is a great time to visit Brown County! As the most forested county in Indiana, we always have beautiful scenery and plenty of outdoor activities. Fall is the most popular time to visit due to our stunning colorful foliage, but you can expect a wonderful visit any month!

Camping & Lodging

Brown County has some great accomidations like the Brown County Inn, Cornerstone Inn, Robinwood Inn, Creekside Retreat, Rawhide Ranch, Story Inn, or one of the many cozy cabins.

Food & Drink

For post run refreshments check out Big Woods Brewing Company, Brown County Inn, Big Woods Pizza, Out of the Ordinary, and Pine Room Tavern/Muddy Boots Cafe.

Other Activities

Stroll around the downtown Village of Nashville (home to over 150 unique shops), get some grub at one of our great restaurants, try some beers at Big Woods Pizza or Brewing Company, sample some wine at one of our four downtown wine tasting rooms, take a tour of Bear Wallow Distillery, drive out and explore the historic Story Inn, learn about Brown County's past at the History Center or Pioneer Village, catch some live music in our bars and restaurants, or even take part in one of our exciting festivals (over 30 per year to be exact)!

If you're looking for a cooler activity you can explore the backwaters of Brown County via a kayak tour with Most High Adventure Outfitters.

Maps & Guidebooks

Stop by the Brown County Visitor Center to get all your maps and materials!

Recommended Routes in Brown County - 4

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RECOMMENDED ROUTE
Favorite Multiple types of wildflowers can be seen on the forest floor during spring and summer.
Difficult

Scarce O' Fat Loop

5.7 mi 9.2 km • 563' Up 171.58 m Up • 563' Down 171.62 m Down

Nashville, IN
RECOMMENDED ROUTE
Favorite Steam and small waterfall crossing at the head of a ravine.
Intermediate/Difficult

Schooner Trace-Walnut Loop

6.3 mi 10.2 km • 759' Up 231.42 m Up • 761' Down 231.96 m Down

Nashville, IN
RECOMMENDED ROUTE
Favorite Heading down the trail on a clear winter day
Intermediate

Downey Hill Full Loop

5.0 mi 8.0 km • 553' Up 168.46 m Up • 557' Down 169.8 m Down

Nashville, IN
RECOMMENDED ROUTE
Favorite Early springtime on Jackson Creek Trail in Yellowwood State Forest
Intermediate

Jackson Creek Trail

1.6 mi 2.6 km • 201' Up 61.12 m Up • 200' Down 61.04 m Down

Nashville, IN

Brown County Running

  • 68 Miles 110 Kilometers of Trail
  • 4 Recommended Routes
  • 4 Easy Trails Easy Trails
  • 27 Intermediate Trails Intermediate Trails
  • 8 Difficult Trails Difficult Trails
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Trails in Brown County - 35

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1.3 mi 2.1 km #1Trail 6
Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Intermediate
Nashville, IN 2 
1.2 mi 1.9 km #2Ogle Lake Trail #7
Easy/Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Easy/Intermediate
Nashville, IN 11 
1.2 mi 2.0 km #3Pine Loop Trail
Easy/Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Easy/Intermediate
Nashville, IN 3 
1.1 mi 1.8 km #4North Gate Trail
Easy/Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Easy/Intermediate
Nashville, IN 2 
4.2 mi 6.7 km #5Green Valley Trail
Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Intermediate
Nashville, IN 0 
3.9 mi 6.3 km #6North Tower Loop
Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Intermediate
Nashville, IN 3 
3.3 mi 5.4 km #7Aynes Loop
Intermediate/Difficult
Nashville, IN
Intermediate/Difficult
Nashville, IN 4 
2.5 mi 4.0 km #8Taylor Ridge Trail #9 Extension
Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Intermediate
Nashville, IN 2 
2.5 mi 4.0 km #9Taylor Ridge Trail #9
Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Intermediate
Nashville, IN 2 
0.6 mi 0.9 km #10Discovery Trail
Intermediate
Nashville, IN
Intermediate
Nashville, IN 4 

Photos of Brown County - 27

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Brown County State Park Overlook.
Oct 13, 2017 near Nashville, IN
Steam and small waterfall crossing at the head of a ravine.
Mar 5, 2018 near Nashville, IN
View across Lake Ogle from trail 7
Jan 6, 2019 near Nashville, IN
Early Springtime on Jackson Creek Trail in Yellowwood State Forest
Mar 29, 2019 near Nashville, IN
Early springtime on Jackson Creek Trail in Yellowwood State Forest
Mar 29, 2019 near Nashville, IN
Early springtime on Jackson Creek Trail in Yellowwood State Forest
Mar 29, 2019 near Nashville, IN
Multiple types of wildflowers can be seen on the forest floor during spring and summer.
Sep 1, 2019 near Nashville, IN
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Jan 5, 2021 near Nashville, IN