Parks, Recreation and Trails

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DNR: Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area

11699 New Harmony Rd / Chandler, IN 47610 / 812-789-2724

Blue Grass Fish & Wildlife Area is a unique natural resource area because all of the land has been strip mined. Blue Grass covers approximately 2,532 acres and features about 28 pits and lakes (600 acres of water) and is dedicated to providing and maintaining quality hunting, fishing and wildlife watching opportunities.

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    The area is named after Blue Grass Creek, which lies just east of the property. Amax Coal Company began mining operations in October 1973, and ceased operations in 1993. Re-vegetation was carried out using herbaceous cover and woody species planted in clumps and strips. This is a unique area, one that offers outdoor enthusiasts an array of opportunity. Most revenues used in land acquisition, development, operation and maintenance of Blue Grass Fish and Wildlife Area are derived from the sale of hunting, fishing and trapping licenses. Funds are also received from the federal Pittman-Robertson and Dingell-Johnson programs to aid fish and wildlife restoration. These funds are derived from taxes levied on sport hunting, shooting, and fishing equipment. Indiana hunters and fishermen are proud to provide this property for the enjoyment of all people.

    In 1933, Evansville attorney Paul H. Schmidt and his wife, Samuella, built a pueblo-style, $375,000, fourteen room home with foot thick walls and a striking view of the Ohio River. Their structure replaced a home built in 1924 which had been destroyed by fire. The Schmidts retained the pillars marking the entrance to the property from old Hwy. 66, and the name of the site, “Indian Hill,” which is carved into those pillars.


    When construction for the new Locks & Dam 47 was begun by the Army Corps in 1966 at the site of Cypress Beach, the Schmidt property, perched high above the dam, was purchased. The Corps offered to sell the house, with the stipulation it be moved. Finding no takers, the house was razed in 1970. The Town of Newburgh is proud to partner with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to continue to offer this beautiful area to the citizens of our community and visitors.

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Boonville City Lake Park & Splash Park

951 O'Haver Dr. / Boonville, IN 47601 / 812-897-6990

The park consists of three playgrounds, one basketball court, a spray park, two picnic shelters, two gazebos and three parking lots.


The spray park was opened in 2006 and is open generally from June – August for children 10 years old and younger. There is no charge for admittance to the spray park. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. 


For your safety the park is equipped with surveillance cameras that are monitored by our Boonville Police Department.

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Friedman Park

2700 Park Boulevard / Newburgh, IN 47630 / 812-897-6200

Near the shimmering Ohio River and next to Victoria National Golf Club, Friedman Park’s is home to a stunning 180-acre site that is ideal for family picnics, corporate events, and public concerts. The park will also serve as a staging area for Victoria National Golf Club events. Wildflower meadows, hummingbird gardens, and butterfly gardens provide laid-back beauty and a touch of whimsy. Amenities such as an amphitheater, picnic pavilions, and more than a mile of biking and walking trails enhance the formerly-untouched land by providing numerous opportunities for interaction and entertainment. Visitors will love the playgrounds, hiking, and fishing opportunities and will appreciate the large parking area, space for food trucks, and multiple public restrooms. Friedman Park is a beautiful attraction for residents of and visitors to Southwestern Indiana, Evansville, Newburgh, and Warrick County.

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Indian Hill Overlook Park

6599 IN-66 / Newburgh, IN 47630 / 812-853-1720

What is believed to have been a Native American campsite, once full of arrowheads and other artifacts, is the latest addition to the Newburgh Park system. Indian Hill Overlook Park is open dawn to dusk daily from March 16 to October 31.

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DNR: Interlake State Recreation Area

200 E. State Road 68 / Lynnville, IN 47619 / 812-922-0002

Interlake State Recreation Area (ISRA), former coal mine land straddling Pike and Warrick counties, is a multi-use recreational facility focusing on off-road vehicle (ORV) recreation. Interlake is approximately 3,550 acres with nearly 100 miles of trails and 17 lakes (many of which can be accessed for fishing). The three areas of mining and reclamation create a variety of trail experiences for ORV enthusiasts, horse riders, hikers and mountain bikers. From steep spoil banks to rolling grasslands, man-made lakes and strip pits, Interlake offers a diverse array of topography and scenic views.

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Lou Dennis Community Park, Pavilion, & Event Room

402 Park Drive / Newburgh, IN 47630 / 812-853-1720

Lou Dennis Community Park is a great place for all ages. Rent the shelter house for a group picnic or spread a blanket under a tree. The playground and Fortress of Fun is a kids haven. Teens can challenge the older folk to a game of sandlot volleyball, basketball or tennis. There is a field for those that want a friendly game of tag football or soccer.

Lou Dennis Park also has an indoors event room that can be rented 365 days a year.

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Lynnville Park Campground

405 St. Road 68 West / Lynnville, IN 47619 / 812-922-5144

While traveling from St. Louis to Kentucky, Lynnville RV Park is just off I-64. Check-in through the honor system as the store/office closes at 5pm; $22. The grounds are clean and well maintained. The camp sites are complete with fire rings, grills and picnic tables; some sites are actually on the river.


This is a great place for kayakers, canoes and fisherman to bring their boat and spend the day.

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Newburgh Old Lock & Dam Park

9 West Jennings St. / Newburgh, IN 47630 / 812-853-1720

Old Lock and Dam Park was acquired by the Town of Newburgh in 1979 after being surplused by the United States Government in 1978. Old Lock and Dam Park, wish access from French Island Trail, is a 13.4 acre facility located adjacent to the Ohio River. French Island Trail (State Route 662) splits the park into north and south sections. The Old Lock and Dam Park south features include boat dock, parking, the Rivertown Trail and the historic Old Lock and Dam Building No. 47. The Old Lock and Dam Park north features panoramic views of the Ohio River as well as a gazebo, two cottages, an historic log cabin with garden and the Little Red Brick Building. The north side is all the site of the future Allen Family Amphitheater.

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Rivertown Trail

Rivertown Trail / Newburgh, IN 47630 / 812-853-5045

The Rivertown Trail is a multi-use greenway that extends from Angel Mounds State Historic Site to the new Locks & Dam Park along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. It travels right through the heart of downtown Newburgh along its riverfront, with restaurants and coffee shops along the way and a farmers’ market on Saturdays. The trail includes trailheads, interpretive signage, and attractive landscaping.

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    There is a spur off the trail up Indian Hill to Overlook Park, providing a great view of the locks and dam. A unique feature of this trail is that at some parts it makes use of a city street, which has been converted to accommodate one-lane, one-way traffic on half the road while walkers and bicyclists use the other half.




    As you travel south from the trailhead, you cross the recently rehabilitated Warrick County Historic Bridge No. 264. The bridge, constructed circa 1920, is an addition to the trail crossing the “great ravine.” The bridge’s extreme makeover included reassembling, sandblasting, painting and planking, all following strict historical restoration standards.


    Each year the town hosts a 5K race that uses the trail as a substantial part of the course. The Evansville Greenway will eventually connect with the Rivertown Trail at Angel Mounds.

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Scales Lake Park

800 W Tennyson Rd / Boonville, IN 47601 / 812-897-6200

Nestled in southwest Indiana, just northeast of Boonville, Scales Lake Park sits in a stunning natural setting. With a 66-acre lake and vast selection of outdoor activities, the park’s amenities are ideal for camping, boating (including boat rentals), fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking, mountain biking and countless other outdoor pursuits.

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    Whether you prefer a cabin, utility-served campsites, or primitive camping, you’ll find that Scales Lake Park is a great destination. Our sandy beach is open daily from 11am to 5pm weather permitting.  


    An important part of the planning for any large-scale events, parties, reunions, meetings, or other activities is location. You bring the people and the celebration; we will provide an ideal space in which to host it. Consider our Pavilion and/or Old Shelter House for your next event; we may have just what you’re looking for.


    In addition to the expected activities, we even offer a petting zoo. Scales Lake Park Petting Zoo is a meaningful experience that will exceed your expectations and be cherished by children and adults alike.

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Warrick County Trails

P. O. Box 906 / Newburgh, IN 47629

Warrick Trails is a donor-supported trail system that connects neighborhoods, schools, parks and retail establishments throughout Warrick County, offering a unique and desirable lifestyle amenity to both residents and businesses alike. By providing safe walking and cycling routes to residents seeking to engage in healthy activities, Warrick Trails promotes and encourages better health and wellness, and allows residents to get outdoors and enjoy nature and an active lifestyle. For businesses, Warrick Trails stimulates local economy by connecting residents to their places of business, and attracts quality employees by making Warrick County a more desirable place to work and live.