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Hoosier National Forest�� 2-3
Ohio River������������������������ 4-5
Outdoor Fun������������������ 6-11
Nearby Attractions����� 12-13
Dining��������������������������� 14-15
Wineries����������������������� 16-17
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Don’t Miss This!����������������� 18
County Road Map����������� 19
Self-Guided Tours������������ 20
Festivals���������������������������� 21
Places to Stay������������� 22-23
Local Products����������������� 24
Local Artisans������������������� 25
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Welcome
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Perry County, Indiana!
This unique area is covered by the landscapes
of the Hoosier National Forest and surrounded by
the historic Ohio River. Perry County is one of the
hilliest counties in the state and an unforgettable
destination for all kinds of outdoor recreation.
Hiking, biking, hunting, fishing and boating
are favorites here. For a slower pace, you can
enjoy local wineries, luxury cabins, driving tours,
hometown restaurants and specialty shops.
Explore Perry County and you will find that
here...
l i fe i s better!
Perry County is located in Southern Indiana. The
Perry County Visitor Center is located 3 hours
south of Indianapolis and 1-1/2 hours west of
Louisville.
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Hoosier National
Adventures with Nature Field Day
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Forest
The Hoosier National Forest is Indiana’s premier
forest land and is open year-round for public
enjoyment. The forest spans nine different counties.
60,000 acres of the Hoosier National Forest lay in
Perry County.
Over the centuries, the land that is now the Hoosier
National Forest was once home to Native American
villages, trader settlements, and European American
farmsteads. The land was first created into a National
Forest in the 1930s. Today, the Hoosier National Forest
holds a history as well as scenic views, watchable
wildlife and unique geology to enjoy.
The area of Hoosier National Forest found in
Perry County includes lakes with sandy beaches,
boat launches and three recreation areas with
campgrounds, fishing, hiking/biking and equestrian
trails and more.
www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier
812-547-7051
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Ohio River
The 981-mile Ohio River is the largest tributary of the
Mississippi River. It winds its way through six states, and
forms the entire southern border of Perry County. The
Ohio River flows west and served as the path for early
frontier settlers. During the Civil War era, the Ohio
River had significance as a boundary line between
the North and South and later, as a transportation
route for goods.
Today in Perry County, the Ohio River is best known
for outdoor recreational activities such as water
sports, fishing and its calm scenic beauty. The scenic
driving route hugs the state’s southern border across
13 counties. Highlights include picturesque vistas and
quaint, small towns that tell the story of the river and
history of the area.
www.ohioriverscenicbyway.com
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Outdoor Fun
Outdoor recreation
is better in
Perry County! No matter what your
favorite activity is, we’ve got the
perfect spot for you.
FISHING
With access to over 18,000 acres of water,
Perry County is an angler’s year-round fishing
paradise. Try your luck for bass, crappie,
bluegill, sauger, catfish or striped bass.
Hoosier National Forest
www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier����������������812-547-7051
• Lake Celina, 18 miles north of Tell City on SR37
• Indian Lake, 18 miles north of Tell City on SR 37
• Saddle Lake, 2 miles West of SR 37 near Gatchel
• Tipsaw Lake, 13 miles North of Tell City on SR37
Ohio River Access
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• Anderson River, one mile north of Troy on SR 545
• Deer Creek, SR 66 east of Cannelton
• Tell City, 0.25 miles west of SR 66
• Mano Point, 1 mile east of Derby on SR 66
• Big Poison Creek access, on SR 66, 4 miles
south of Derby
• Derby, on SR 66
• Rome, on SR 66
• Troy, 0.2 miles South of SR 66
• Millstone Creek, Cannelton Pool on SR 166,
3.5 miles NW of Tobinsport
• Newburgh Pool, Cannelton Access Site,
Taylor St south from SR 66 in Cannelton
Fishing
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FISHING TOURNAMENTS
Big Tales Fishing Tackle,
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Perry Marine
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Outdoor Fun
BOATING
You’ll never find the Ohio River crowded.
Boaters have thousands of acres of water on
which to boat, ski, canoe, fish, and swim, plus
there are plenty of places to pull up a boat for
a picnic or camping.
There are boat ramps both above and below
the Cannelton Locks and Dam. You can put
in a boat at one of the ramps at Troy, Tell City,
Cannelton, Rocky Point, Rome and Magnet or
at the Mano Point ramp near Derby. Enjoy the
four lakes at the Hoosier National Forest, too.
BOAT AND BARGE VIEWING
Sometimes the best view is on land, when
a boat travels through the Cannelton Locks
and Dam.
Twenty-five million gallons of water are
transferred when the locks operate on the
Ohio River.
Cannelton Locks and Dam�������������812-547-2962
Eagle’s Bluff Park������������������������������812-547-3453
This scenic spot overlooks Cannelton Locks and
Dam and offers hiking trails and picnicking.
www.perrycountyindiana.org/attractions.html
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Boating
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Outdoor Fun
HUNTING
Perry County
offers great
hunting
experiences any
time of year.
Whether it is deer
in the fall, ducks
in the winter, or
turkeys in the
spring and fall,
you are sure to find excitement. With more
acres of the Hoosier National Forest than any
other county in the state, Perry County has
several hunting sites to choose from. The Ohio
River, and many public lakes, offer some great
waterfowl spots as well.
HORSEBACK RIDING
50 miles of
the Hoosier
National Forest
trails are open
to horseback
riding, too. Most
notably, the
German Ridge,
Morgan Ridge
and Oriole Trails
wind through tall pines and include stream
crossings and scenic views.
EAGLES WINGS ZIPLINE
10220 Lorainne Road
Leopold, IN 47551
1-855-947-8474
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BIKING
The rolling hills of Perry County are a bicyclist’s
dream because the landscape is both
challenging and picturesque. Perry County
offers eight different biking routes which wind
through the county. Routes range from 20 miles
to 85 miles in distance.
HIKING
Hiking is one of the most popular activities at
the Hoosier National Forest throughout the year
and there are 84 miles of trails to explore. In
addition, group hikes are frequently scheduled
by the Perry County Parks & Recreation and
are open to visitors.
SWIMMING
Sand beaches
welcome
swimmers at
Tipsaw Lake
Recreation Area
and German
Ridge Recreation
Area within
the Hoosier
National Forest.
In addition,
the Tell City
Municipal Pool
welcomes visitors.
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Nearby Attractions
Perry County is close to other attractions and
places of interest in Indiana. See page 22 for
unique lodging, cabins, bed and breakfasts
and camping sites.
HOLIDAY WORLD &
SPLASHIN’ SAFARI
South of 1-64. Jct. IN 162 &
245. Santa Claus, IN
Southern Indiana’s favorite
theme park and water
park. The Wildebeest is
the World’s Longest Water
Coaster and was voted
the Best Waterpark Ride.
1-877-GO FAMILY
www.holidayworld.com
LINCOLN STATE PARK
Hwy 162, Lincoln City, IN
LINCOLN BOYHOOD NATIONAL MEMORIAL
3027 South St
Lincoln City, IN
LINCOLN PIONEER VILLAGE & MUSEUM
416 Main St, Rockport, IN
Spencer County Visitors Bureau
1-888-444-9252
www.legendaryplaces.org
www.indianasabelincoln.org
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HISTORIC CORYDON
Indiana’s first state
capitol and the historic
shopping district.
1-888-738-2137
www.thisisindiana.org
FRENCH LICK RESORT
Spas, golf courses, Vegas
style casino. Lavishly
restored West Baden
Springs Hotel and French
Lick Springs Hotel.
1-888-694-4332
www.frenchlick.com
SAINT MEINRAD
ARCHABBEY
Visitors can attend Mass,
join the monks at prayer or
tour the historic buildings
and peaceful campus.
812-357-6611
www.saintmeinrad.edu
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Marengo Cave
400 E SR 64, Marengo, IN
888-702-2837 • www.marengocave.com
Squire Boone Caverns
100 Squire Boone Rd, Mauckport, IN
888-934-1804 • squireboonecaverns.com
Cave Country Canoes
112 Main St, Milltown, IN
888-702-2837 • cavecountrycanoes.com
Lincoln Hills-Patoka Lake Recreation Area
1 Monon St, French Lick, IN
812-936-2405 • exploresouthernindiana.com
Ski, Snowboard & Snow Tube - Paoli Peaks
2798 W CR 25 S, Paoli, IN
812-723-4696 • paolipeaks.com
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Dining
Dining in Perry County can be a special
experience when you visit restaurants with
unique locations such as Ohio River overlooks
or within historic sites. Some restaurants offer
local hometown favorites such as catfish fiddlers
and frog legs. Or, consider packing your own
basket and enjoying some favorite Perry County
picnicking spots.
Betty Ray’s Landing
17533 Parks Rd,
Magnet
812-843-5116
Bill & Dave’s Smokin’ Pit
1525 11th St, Tell City
812-547-9900
Freezer Café
626 Main St, Tell City
812-547-8814
Frostop
947 Main St, Tell City
812-547-8510
Braunies
318 Main St, Tell City
812-547-8803
IRON GATE PIZZA
CARRIAGE INN
Carriage Inn
217 Main St, Tell City
812-547-2033
Chicago’s Pizza
1023 Payne St, Tell City
812-547-4060
Derby Tavern
15364 Old SR 70,
Main Street, Derby
812-836-2685
Fiesta Grande
Mexican Restaurant
SR 66, Tell City
812-547-7110
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Iron Gate Pizza
516 Washington St,
Cannelton
812-547-3718
Julie’s Tell Street Café
922 Tell St, Tell City
812-547-2579
King Chef’s Buffet
SR 66, Tell City
812-547-1116
Lawson’s Bar & Grill
537 N 7th St,
Cannelton
812-547-0089
Los Amigos Mexican
Grill
5 Orchard Hill Dr., Tell City
812-548-4441
MARCY’S
Marcy’s
12194 Indiana St,
Leopold
812-843-5548
www.
marcysrestaurant.com
Patio Steak House
Hwy. 66, Cannelton
812-547-4949
www.thepatiosteak
house.com
The Post
516 Main St, Tell City
812-547-4700
Pour Haus
706 Humboldt St, Tell City
812-547-BREW
www.tellcitypourhaus.
com
Riverside Diner
315 Franklin,
Hwy 66, Troy
812-548-0250
Rocky Point BBQ &
Grille
7398 E. SR 66,
Cannelton
812-547-2210
Tell City Star Café
413 Main St, Tell City
812-619-1311
www.tellcitystarcafe.
com
Wall’s Drive-In
E Hwy 66, Cannelton
812-547-8501
Picnicking Sites
• Cannelton Locks
• Burke Park in Troy
• Eagle’s Bluff Park in
Cannelton
• Hargis Hafele Park in
Cannelton
• Hoosier National Forest areas
• Mulzer’s Park in Derby
• Sunset Park in Tell City
Fast food restaurants located on Hwy 66 in Tell City.
To find information on all area dining, visit
www.perrycountyindiana.org/dining.html
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Wineries
BLUE HERON VINEYARDS
5330 Blue Heron Ln, Cannelton
812-547-7518
blueheronvines.com
The Blue Heron property is as
unique and memorable as
the wines it produces. Visitors
can enjoy wine tastings served
by owners Gary and Lynn
Dauby, while overlooking the
picturesque Ohio River on
the “tree house” deck, stone
patio and beautiful pavilion.
A surprising and inspirational
addition to the property is a
High Celtic Cross. The cross
was carved by Greg Harris,
a local, self-taught sculptor,
within a single 22’ tall stone
that is natural to the hillside.
The sculpture is believed to
be the largest “In Situ” (of its
own stone) Celtic Cross in the
world. Blue Heron Vineyards
specializes in American grapes
and French Hybrids. Vineyards
are located at the nearby Blue
Heron Farm Cottage B&B.
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WINZERWALD WINERY
26300 Indian Lake Rd (CR 39), Bristow
NE of N 38° 13.74’ W 86° 39.71’
1-866-694-6937 (1-866-6WINZER)
winzerwaldwinery.com
Winzerwald is
German for “vintner
of the forest” and is
located atop a hill
on 85 acres of rolling
lands in the Hoosier
National Forest
overlooking I-64.
The winery
celebrates Dan
and Donna Adams’
German heritage and the Swiss and German
heritage of the area by offering unique German
and Swiss style wines, gifts, festivals, educational
tours and fun.
Wines are made from vines brought here by the
owners’ ancestors in the 1800s. Riesling, Pinot Noir,
Gewürztraminer, May wine, ice wine and a host of
fruit wines are available for free tastings. Year-round
events include dinner concerts in the wine garden
and wine and food pairings along the Uplands
Wine Trail.
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Don’t Miss This!
The Christ of the Ohio Statue
overlooks the Ohio River from
a hillside in Troy.
Bob Cummings - Lincoln Trail
Bridge crosses the Ohio River
from Cannelton into Kentucky.
Lafayette Spring is where
Revolutionary War General
Marquis de Lafayette found
safety after his steamboat sank
in 1825.
Huffman Mill Covered Bridge
was built in 1864 in Bristow.
The Tell City Historical Society
Museum and the Perry County
Olde Courthouse Museum
display historical artifacts.
The William Tell and Son Statue
commemorates Tell City’s
namesake.
The Rome Courthouse is the
oldest courthouse in Indiana
and is being preserved as a
historical site.
The Perry County Greenway is
a new riverfront walkway. The
Greenway will include local
parks and run through Troy, Tell
City and Cannelton.
The Air Crash Memorial Site in
Millstone is dedicated to the
victims of the 1960 Northwest
Orient Electra Airlines crash.
Located in Sunset Park in Tell
City, the Flood Wall Mural has
been created by local artists.
Other flood wall murals are
found in Hargis Hafele Park
in Cannelton and along 7th
Street in Tell City.
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St. Croix
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Bristow
66
Leopold
Magnet
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Derby
Troy
66
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Tell
City
66
Cannelton
Bob Cummings
Bridge to KY.
The Perry County
Visitor Center is
located at
601 Main Street in
Downtown Tell City
Rome
Tobinsport
166
1-888-343-6262
perrycountyindiana.org
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Shopping
ANTIQUES
Dixon’s Antiques &
Furniture
8721 SR 37, Tell City
812-547-3721
Finley’s
739 Main Street, Tell City
812-547-3255
Treasure Hunters
8595 SR 37, Tell City
812-548-0680
William Tell Antiques
& Collectibles
302-9th Street, Tell City
812-548-0640
Guillaume’s Store
Leopold
812-843-5134
Roland’s Jewelry
539 Main Street, Tell City
812-547-4721
Petals Florist
425 Main Street, Tell City
812-547-5379
Skinsations
747 Main Street, Tell City
812-547-5461
GIFTS
Baskets, Bunnies, Bears,
and More
321 Washington St,
Cannelton
812-547-7177
Celebrations
610 Main Street, Tell City
812-548-4408
The Depot Gift Shop
333 - 7th Street, Tell City
812-547-7933
OUTDOORS
Domestic Goddess
510 Main Street, Tell City
812-547-8477
Big Tales
1002 Main St., Tell City
812-547-0908
Flowers by Les’a
745 Main Street, Tell City
812-772-2005
Gatherings
1401 Main Street, Tell
City
812-548-0158
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Tell City Pretzel
1315 Washington Street,
Tell City
812-548-4499
Festivals
Perry County hosts several special events and
festivals each year for visitors to enjoy.
Dogwood Tour
April (4th weekend)
Derby River Fest
June (3rd weekend)
Moose Summer Fest
Sponsored by the Moose
Schweizer Fest
August (2nd weekend)
Dragging Main
September (First Saturday
after Labor Day)
Cannelton Heritage
Festival
October (2nd Saturday)
Bristow Octoberfest &
Car Show
October (2nd Sunday)
Route 66 Yard Sale
October (3rd Saturday)
Shubael Little Pioneer
Village
October (3rd weekend)
Rome Courthouse Days
October (1st Sunday)
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Places to Stay
CAMPING & RV SITES
Cedar Valley Park
On Hwy 70 toward Derby,
3 miles off Hwy 37
12478 State Road 70, Derby
812-836-2311
Glen Wood Hills
Campground
1 mile south of
Derby on SR 66.
10747 Tide Rd, Derby
(Groups only)
812-836-2769
Hoosier National Forest
248 15th St, Tell City
812-547-7051
www.ReserveUSA.com
OHIO RIVER CABINS
Lazy River Campground
SR166, Tobinsport
812-547-7211
Ohio River Cabins
13445 SR 66, Derby
812-836-2289
www.ohiorivercabins.com
COLUCCI LOG CABINS
Perry Marine
Junction SR 66 & SR 166.
7400 East State Road 66,
Cannelton
812-548-0611
www.perrymarineboats.com
CABINS
Colucci Log Cabins
on the Ohio River
17735 Magnet Valley Rd,
Magnet
866-452-9431
www.coluccirivercabins.com
Derby Cabins on the Ohio
Derby
812-836-4800
www.derbycabinsontheohio.com
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DERBY CABINS
Forgotten Times
13304 N SR 66, Derby
812-836-2447
www.forgottentimescabins.com
Ohio River Cabins
13445 SR 66, Derby
812-836-2289
www.ohiorivercabins.com
FORGOTTEN TIMES
Rocky Point Lodging
7398 East SR 66
812-547-7753
Twin Lakes Cedar Cabins
13545 Thrifty Rd, Derby
812-836-2329
www.twinlakescedarcabins.
com
TWIN LAKES
Vinnie’s Log Cabins
Magnet Valley Road, Magnet
812-843-4848
www.vinniesrivercabins.com
HOTELS/MOTELS
Days Inn
Hwy 66 & 14th St, Tell City
812-547-3474
www.tellcity.info
VINNIE’S LOG CABINS
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
310 Orchard Hill Dr, Tell City
1-800-HOLIDAY
www.hiexptc.com
Ramada Limited
235 Orchard Hill Dr, Tell City
812-547-3234
www.ramada.com
HOLIDAY INN
BED & BREAKFASTS
Blue Heron Vineyards
Bed & Breakfast
5330 Blue Heron Ln,
Cannelton
812-547-7518
www.blueheronvines.com
MARY ROSE HERB
FARM & RETREAT
Mary Rose Herb Farm
& Retreat
23112 Cattail Rd, Bristow
812-357-2699
maryroseherbfarm.com
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Local Products
Famous Tell City Pretzels
were first made back in
1858 when Casper Gloor,
a master baker from
Switzerland, settled in Tell
City. Gloor used a secret
recipe that he brought
from Switzerland and soon
became known for the fine
pretzels he baked locally.
After Gloor’s death in 1912,
the secret recipe was in the
capable hands of Alex Kessler, who had worked for
Gloor for 17 years and was a master baker himself.
The recipe has passed through generations and
except for a brief lapse, the famous Tell City Pretzels
have been hand twisted and baked in the same way
since 1858. In 2009, Brad and Sandy Smith became
the new owners of the famous Tell City Pretzels. They
continue the tradition of fine quality, unique taste and
special crunch of hand twisted pretzels. And, they’ve
promised that the secret recipe will continue to remain
a secret!
1315 Washington Street,
Tell City, IN 47586
Store Hours: 8am – 5pm
Monday through Friday
812.548.4499 • 877.334.4499
Fax: 812.548.4434
www.tellcitypretzel.com
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Local Artisans
Perry County is home
to unique shopping
experiences from
antiques, collectibles
and unique gifts.
Many shops feature
handcrafted art from
local artisans.
Additional members of
the Tell City Regional
Artist Guild produce
artwork such as jewelry,
pottery, metal sculptures,
paintings, photographry
and more. Visit tcraa.org
to learn more.
RON LAFORD
To find information on all
area shops, visit www.
perrycountyindiana.org/
shopping.html
MANDY JACKSON
BRING THIS DISCOUNT OFFER TO THE PERRY
COUNTY VISITORS CENTER
AND RECEIVE
A FREE GIFT!
Perry County Visitors Center
333 - 7th Street, downtown Tell City
1-888-343-6262
perrycountyindiana.org
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nor can it be applied to previous
purchases or gift certificates.
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