Blackwell Horsecamp is a primitive campground found in the Hoosier National Forest of Indiana. This is a free campground managed by the United States Forest Service located in the center of the Charles C. Deam Wilderness. Though geared toward equestrians, everyone is welcome to camp here for up to 14 days. This is dry […]
One of my favorite hikes while we were camping in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness of the Hoosier National Forest of Indiana was a day hike to the shores of the beautiful Monroe Lake. We spent almost two weeks at Blackwell Horsecamp relaxing and enjoying all the miles of amazing hiking in the area. […]
The Brooks Cabin serves as a welcome center for visitors entering the Charles C. Deam Wilderness of the Hoosier National Forest in Indiana. This authentic log cabin was built by John S. Brooks in the 1890’s. The Forest Service acquired the cabin in a land purchase in 1992. Volunteers dismantled the cabin piece by […]
Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower stands guard over the Charles C. Deam Wilderness in the the Hoosier National Forest of Indiana. The tower was one of nine located in the Hoosier National Forest, but is now the only one remaining. The Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower was added to the National Historic Lookout Register in October […]