Adventure and Fun in Washington County, Indiana

Welcome to the heart of Southern Indiana, where picturesque landscapes, warm hospitality, and a touch of nostalgia await you. Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embark on an unforgettable journey through Washington County, a charming destination that promises to soothe your soul and ignite your sense of adventure.

State: IN

Brick Street Sampler
36 Public Square, ,

Offering the finest in furniture, home décor, and gifts for over 20 years on the Historic Salem town square!

Buggy Capital of the World

The firm of Platt, Martin & Gordon was established in the year of 1803 in Salem. It was an establishment that increased in magnitude rapidly, employing many workmen. From the start they put out finished wagons, buggies and carriages of the latest improved patters. using up-to-date, modern machinery. They also supplied foreign orders for wagon hubs, fellows, shafts, spokes etc. thereby putting money in circulation from the sale of articles of home production. This manufacturing plant was a great acquisition to our town. They were rapidly gaining prestige, favor and patronage in new districts, holding with firmness, by fair dealing, old customers. Ord ...

Category People & History
Burger King
103 E. Hackberry Street, ,

Cave River Valley Natural Area & Trail
6031-6871 N Cave River Valley Rd, ,

Cave River Valley became part of Spring Mill State Park in 2009 through an agreement with The Nature Conservancy. The park includes a 3.3-mile loop trail and is generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 22 min to complete. This trail is great for birding and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through October.

Cobblestone Inn & Suites Hotel
1015 E Hackberry Street, ,

Stay connected and relaxed while exploring or working in Salem with complimentary WiFi access, 24-Hour Business Center, complimentary hot breakfast, fitness center, Mini-Microwaves, Mini-Refrigerators, and so much more.

Category Hotels & Lodging
Cornucopia Farm
5444 N Rutherford Hollow Rd, ,

From the corn and soybean mazes to their petting farm and pumpkin patches, Cornucopia Farm offers something for everyone. With sweet treats, delicious burgers and more available at the Café no one in the family goes hungry! Our farm is just 10 miles East of Salem, IN 9 miles West of Scottsburg, IN and a quick drive from several metropolitan areas including Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Louisville!

Category Family Fun
Country Cookin
906 Hackberry Street, ,

Country Cookin is a family diner serving breakfast anytime. They serve dine-in, carry-out, & have catering options. Daily lunch specials are updated daily on their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063647136046

Crown Hill Cemetery

Crown Hill Cemetery is the largest cemetery in Washington County. Crown Hill was established in 1824. Crown Hill Cemetery is located on the southwest edge of the City of Salem. Like all cemeteries, Crown Hill's many monuments and markers reflect the history of this historic community. As an historical aside, many of the stone markers in the original section reflect lives that were lost during the Cholera epidemic of 1833. This part of the cemetery also contains many beautifully engraved tombstones made of Hindostan whetstone. The Hindostan whetstone – sometimes called the Hindostan Oilstone or Orange Stone – was mined from southern Indiana durin ...

Dairy Queen
1317 Jackson Street, ,

Dee's Country Cabin
6609 S. Bud Miller Road, ,

Historic hand hued log cabin with modern amenities. The large lawn is a park like setting that includes a charcoal grill, fire pit and picnic table perfect for cookouts and s'mores! Quiet getaway where guests can simply relax away from the city lights and noise. 15 minutes from Salem, 30 minutes from Paoli Peaks, 45 minutes from French Lick Casino or Louisville, Ky. Several parks within an hour or less drive that offer fishing, swimming, hiking, caves, biking, and canoeing.

Category Hotels & Lodging
Delaney Creek Park
8215 Delaney Park Rd, ,

Delaney Park is a 326 acre park with an 88 acre lake with unlimited recreational opportunities including swimming, fishing, boat rentals, nature hikes, basketball, volleyball, horseshoe pits, playground, modern and primitive camping, cabin and lodge rentals, shelter house rentals and the new Delaney Park Restaurant. Access to the Knobstone Trail is available from the Delaney Creek Park Trailhead located in the rear parking area of the park.

Delaney Creek Park – Lodges, Cabins & Camping
8215 Delaney Park Rd, ,

Delaney Creek Park includes an 88 acre lake within 326 acres of country wilderness. The park includes lodges, cabins, primitive cabins and 35 camping sites. All camping and cabin rentals are a two night minimum on weekends from April 15-November 1. Holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day) require a 3 night minimum. If you like camping you have your choice of camper/RV camping in the Modern area or tent camping in the Primitive area. Modern camping includes water and electric hook ups. Primitive camping is total roughing it and NO campers/RVs allowed. If you want the home features, we have cabins and lodges available to rent. We h ...

Category Hotels & Lodging
Denny's Grassfed Beef
7747 S Old Palmyra Rd, ,

The Denny family has been farming in this location in rural Washington County, Indiana for more than 160 years. Their heritage includes not only strong family values, but a commitment to honor God in all we do. Their grass finished beef business began in 2006 and it furthers our goal to raise our children and grandchildren to appreciate God's creation, while providing a superior product that allows people to buy local, and know exactly where and how their food is produced.

Depot Railroad Museum - John Hay Center
206 S College Ave, ,

The Depot transforms the great moments of a past era of Monon history into a reality to be remembered and enjoyed by countless visitors — those who remember they were once kids, and those who have the spark of adventure and intrigue that says they still are. The Depot Museum contains antique furniture from railroad stations, including the original waiting room benches from the Salem station that was torn down in 1982. Also, there are displays of railroad equipment and tools, signs, advertisements, signals and lanterns. A worker’s motor car and a station’s baggage wagon are on display. The Depot’s basement contains an HO scale model railroad that dep ...

Category Family Fun
Destination's Vintage Market
206 N. Harristown Road, ,

Destination's Vintage Market is in the lower level of our barn venue and provides shopping bliss for lovers of primitive, vintage, handcrafted and unique home furnishings, décor, and collectibles at affordable prices. Their everchanging inventory of antique, painted, repurposed, reproduction, and primitive furniture, glassware, linens, and multiple other items, are affordable and certain to please and bring you back time and time again! Our staff is available to greet and assist you as needed. We are open Thursday through Saturday and by appointment, April through December. The Destination LLC is a tranquil country setting nestled in the rolling hil ...

Domino’s Pizza
601 South Main Street, ,

Dry Stone Walls

Dry stone walls have been created for thousands of years and given the plentiful supply of Salem Limestone (or commonly referred to as Oolitic Limestone) in the area, there are a few wonderful examples of dry stone walls in Washington County that have marked the passage of time. Pictured is a beautiful example of a dry stone wall providing a boundary to the Big Spring Church of Christ Cemetery.

El Camino
403 S. Main Street, ,

El Camino's Mexican Restaurants brings a highly stylized restaurant with a fun, high-energy vibe and flavorful menu. Our passion has always been to satisfy the community with great fresh Mexican food, in a place that you enjoy coming with a great family atmosphere. We are proud to be family-owned and operated.

El Maguey
104 E. Public Square, ,

El Maguey serves authentic Mexican cuisine on the Salem Square. All of our meals are original in taste and always at an exceptional value. Hours: Monday – Thursday 11:00am to 10:00pm; Friday & Saturday 11:00am to 10:30pm; Sunday 11:00am to 9:00pm.

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