The third largest body of water in Indiana, this sixteen mile lake offers modern camping facilities, picnic areas, playground, swimming, sailing, boating, eleven launch ramps, water skiing, shooting range, fishing and public hunting when in season. Open year round. Cope Environmental Center Located on 100 acres of land between Richmond and Centerville, the land features a variety of natural and developed wildlife habitats including two ponds, wooded ravines, and will soon offer a wetlands area. In addition, it includes a research arboretum, with more than 100 species of conifers, a nut tree collection, and a test planting of a special variety of sugar maples. Educational programs are offered throughout the year.
Admission is free.
This 355-acre nature preserve contains 172 woody plants native to this region. An 1833 dairy barn has been converted into a Nature Center with exhibits and gift shop. Enjoy the bird sanctuary, hiking trails and a 3-mile auto nature drive. Admission is free. 1pm-5pm Highest Point in Indiana 1257 feet.