From wineries to caves to the water park, train rides and wild animal encounters, great day trips await beyond the resort. For more information and inspiration about things to do in the region, visit Explore Southern Indiana.
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Visit French Lick West Baden
8102 W. State Road 56
West Baden Springs, IN 47469
(812) 936-3418 or (866) 309-9139
Travel in the footsteps of hometown son and basketball legend Larry Bird. Relive the thrilling tales of illegal gambling, and the gangsters who laid low here. Drink in the story of Pluto Water and its effects on guests visiting here. A museum must-see: the world’s largest circus diorama depicting the 1915 Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus at its winter home.
More Info Visit WebsiteThe ultimate train enthusiast’s destination, French Lick Scenic Railway boasts some of the best scenery in the Midwest. Spend a day riding through the beautiful Hoosier National Forest and Burton Tunnel. Throughout the year, enjoy special excursions including the popular Polar Express ride.
More Info Visit WebsiteEnjoy the ultimate racing experience with a challenging quarter-mile road course, full arcade and large observation area. This is a great place to celebrate almost any occasion from family reunions to church groups, team building and everything in between.
French Lick-West Baden Indoor Karting
8331 W. State Road 56, Suite 5
West Baden Springs, IN 47469
(812) 936-5390
Indoors or outside, laid-back or more intense, adventures of all types are waiting year-round. This family-friendly destination features indoor laser tag, a 9-hole indoor mini golf course and an 18-hole outdoor mini golf course. Single and group rates are available.
Shotz Miniature Golf and Lazer Tag
8529 W. State Road 56
French Lick, IN 47432
(812) 936-2FUN (2386)
Stop in for a wine or spirits tasting, and browse the gift shop with a variety of wine-related accessories and logo items, apparel and gourmet foods. Group accommodations are available, and distillery tours are available by appointment.
More Info Visit WebsiteMake a splash at French Lick’s retractable-roof water park — open year-round with blue skies and warm water guaranteed. Zip down the Jolly Roger Jetty slide, plunge down Pirate's Plunder and into the famous “toilet bowl,” or simply relax on the Lost River.
Big Splash Adventure Indoor Water Park
8505 W. State Road 56
French Lick, IN 47432
(812) 936-3866 or (877) 936-3866
If you like mysteries and you’re up for a challenge, crack the code at French Lick’s escape room. With only 60 minutes, work together in groups of 4-10 people to gather clues and hints, solve the riddles and figure out an escape route before time is up.
More Info Visit WebsiteExperience it all at Wilstem’s 1,100 countryside acres with ziplining, ATV tours, and exotic animal encounters you can only experience here. Choose from a range of experiences where you can meet animals up close, including elephants, giraffes, kangaroos and more.
More Info Visit Website8,800 acres of water wonderland create the perfect getaway at Indiana’s second-largest reservoir. Enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, biking, or even a beach day. Visit the nature center to learn about the area’s unique wildlife, natural resources and cultural history.
More Info Visit WebsiteWhether you're looking to zip around the lake or just have some fun relaxing or fishing, Patoka Lake Marina has a rental boat for you. The marina offers everything from pontoon boats and fishing boats to seasonal events and lake cruises.
More Info Visit WebsitePatoka Lake Winery’s tasting room is open daily, and they also have with a large gift shop, wine sales, and nice places to sit and sip. With more than 25 wines varying from sweet to dry, and multiple flavors of wine slushies, there’s something for everyone.
More Info Visit WebsiteWinter adventure is waiting with skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and more. With beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain plus family trails, equipment rental and private instruction, Paoli Peaks is ideal for all experience levels.
More Info Visit WebsiteGet out and connect with both nature and history at Spring Mill, one of Indiana’s most popular state parks. Explore the park’s four interpretive facilities: the Restored Pioneer Village, Lakeview Activity Center, Grissom Memorial and Twin Caves Boat Tour.
More Info Visit WebsiteIndiana’s No. 1 natural attraction offers family fun for all ages. Take a walking tour of 40 or 60 minutes to get up close and personal with this cave that began forming approximately one million years ago, or go cave exploring (gear provided) or gemstone mining.
More Info Visit WebsiteOffering a variety of canoe and kayak trips on the unspoiled Blue River, the first Indiana stream included in the state's designated Scenic Rivers System. It features lots of fun riffles, stretches of smooth paddling, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife.
More Info Visit WebsitePlan a day trip to this family theme park and water park combo. Take the plunge on some of the park’s signature Thunderbird and Voyage roller coasters, and ride two of the longest water coasters in the world. Both parks offer free soft drinks, parking and sunscreen.
More Info Visit WebsiteExplore the darkness and the depths of Indiana’s longest cave system, which stretches nearly 45 miles. Choose from a range of tours, interactive adventures and children’s activities. An ideal getaway for any season as the cave is 56 degrees year-round.
More Info Visit WebsiteOpen seasonally, Bledsoe Farms is a top fall attraction with their famous corn maze and pumpkin patch. You can also see farm animals and enjoy wagon rides, mechanical bull rides, bounce houses, gem mining, swings, slides, concessions and music.
More Info Visit WebsiteThe ultimate fall experience is at Lark Ranch with Indiana's largest Fall Farm Festival featuring a traditional you-pick pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, petting zoo, amusement rides, games, fall food favorites and a mile-long train ride.
More Info Visit WebsiteZip and soar through the scenic countryside on 13 of Indiana's fastest and longest ziplines. With free paddle boating, catch-and-release fishing and rock climbing, Lark Valley is open seasonally and a great way to spend the day with the whole family.
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