Guess Which Indiana State Park Was Just Named One of the 10 Best in America?

Guess Which Indiana State Park Was Just Named One of the 10 Best in America?

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Holy hiking boots, Batman - Indiana has one of the 10 best state parks in the country! Yep, it’s true - Turkey Run State Park just claimed the #10 spot in HomeToGo’s 2025 list of best and most affordable state park stays in the U.S.! Looks like you need to add Parke County to your Indiana travel bucket list.

How Turkey Run in Indiana Earned Its Top 10 Spot

HomeToGo's ranking isn’t based on a single dazzling feature - it’s a calculated combo of six elements:

  1. Accommodation cost per night per person
  2. Search popularity (travel rental demand near the park)
  3. Park size
  4. Number of trails
  5. Wildlife diversity
  6. Scenic appeal
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Explore the Beauty of Turkey Run

Located about 70 west of Indianapolis, along Indiana’s beloved Sugar Creek, Turkey Run spans 2,382 acres of jaw-dropping sandstone ravines, lush old-growth forests, and winding trails that beckon both casual strollers and serious trekkers.

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History and Landmarks You’ll Love

The park is home to the Lusk Home and Mill Site - built in the early 1800s - and the charming Richard Lieber Log Cabin, a tribute to the founder of Indiana’s state parks. And for a cliffside thrill, don’t miss the suspension bridge spanning Sugar Creek or the historic Turkey Run Inn, standing strong since 1919.

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Why Turkey Run Belongs on Your Bucket List

  • Value-packed adventures: Affordable lodgings and cabins make it a smart choice when you want a nature getaway that doesn’t break the bank.
  • Trail diversity: Whether you're doing a short hike or exploring hidden canyons, the scenery delivers at every turn.
  • A mix of nature and history: Wander through geological masterpieces one minute, and explore centuries-old log cabins the next.

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