Ruffled grouse and other upland birds are also hunted. Be sure that you get permission to hunt on private property and know where you are at all times to avoid trespassing. The 27,000 acres surrounding Patoka Lake is leased to the state of Indiana by the U.S. Corps of Engineers and is open to hunting. The access to this area is controlled to the extent that hunters must log in and out. Other than that all you need is an Indiana hunting license to take game from this area.
Normal harvesting helps to maintain a healthy animal population.
Hunting is controlled by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. You must have a state of Indiana license to hunt. Other trails are open to horse use but don't have special facilities. This trail is 10 miles long and starts and ends at the trailhead horse facilities. The Young's Creek trail is usually the first stop of most riding clubs.