Parke County Indiana

Parke County Indiana Welcome to the Covered Bridge Capital of the World! Several communities invite you to eat, shop, tour and, admire the bridges.

Home to 31 covered bridges, 3 state parks & Indiana’s Largest Festival, The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival Oct 11-20, 2024 Request a printed Covered bridge map or download at www.coveredbridges.com/plan-your-trip

With 31 covered bridges, Parke County, Indiana is known as the Covered Bridge Capital of the World. And beginning on the second Friday of October for 10 days, they celebrate those

bridges with the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival. In Mansfield Village, an 1820s roller mill and an 1867 covered bridge make it a must see visit. Bridgeton also has a mill and a covered bridge over the mill pond. You'll also find hundreds of vendors here. Mecca offers handmade crafts, a one-room school, and a 1901 high school. Montezuma is where you'll find arts and crafts, canal tours, and chicken noodle dinners. Rosedale is filled with arts and crafts, antiques and food. In Tangier, you'll find the festival's world famous "buried roast beef." Bridgeton offers many vendors, a covered bridge and grist mill. Bloomingdale is known for the kettle cooking homemade Apple Butter along with meals and vendors. In Rockville, the festival headquarters, you can shop among huge tents of arts and crafts around the 1879 county courthouse. This is also where you'll find guided tours and great country food.

Start the new year with adventure in Parke County! Join the First Day Hike at Turkey Run State Park on January 1st, 2025...
12/31/2024

Start the new year with adventure in Parke County! Join the First Day Hike at Turkey Run State Park on January 1st, 2025, at 11 AM. ❄️🥾☕

Meet up with a Naturalist in the Turkey Run Inn lobby to explore historic sites and traverse the stunning Rocky Hollow on Trail 3. This hike features staircases and incredible scenery—don’t forget your hiking boots! Arrive early for warm beverages and treats in the Strauss Room at 10 AM.

The best way to start off the new year in Parke County? "The First Day Hike" at Turkey Run State Park! ✨🌿 January 1st, 2...
12/26/2024

The best way to start off the new year in Parke County? "The First Day Hike" at Turkey Run State Park! ✨🌿 January 1st, 2025 at 11am

Meet a Naturalist in the Turkey Run Inn lobby for a hike to historic points in the park to learn about where our park started, and then trek through Rocky Hollow on Trail 3. Hike will include stair cases and beautiful features. Hiking boots are recommended. Warm beverages and treats will be provided in the Strauss Room of the Inn at 10 am!

Merry Christmas from Parke County, Indiana! 🎄🎁 We hope everyone has blessed days with their family, friends & loved ones...
12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from Parke County, Indiana! 🎄🎁 We hope everyone has blessed days with their family, friends & loved ones.

Come visit Turkey Run State Park this winter! ❄️ Stay at Turkey Run Inn TWO nights for the price of ONE Sunday–Wednesday...
12/23/2024

Come visit Turkey Run State Park this winter! ❄️ Stay at Turkey Run Inn TWO nights for the price of ONE Sunday–Wednesday from 12/1/24-1/27/25. Explore snowy trails and cozy up in Parke County.

📅 Blackout dates: Dec. 22, 2024–Jan. 2, 2025.
📞 Call 877.LODGES.1 or visit www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/inns/turkey-run-inn-at-turkey-run-state-park

Happy from Parke County, Indiana! ❄️⛄️ Who's ready for it to look like this!?
12/21/2024

Happy from Parke County, Indiana! ❄️⛄️ Who's ready for it to look like this!?

One of the most photographed covered bridges in the state, Narrows Covered Bridge inside Turkey Run State Park. ❤️ 📸 Acc...
12/18/2024

One of the most photographed covered bridges in the state, Narrows Covered Bridge inside Turkey Run State Park. ❤️ 📸

Accessible by road, trails, and canoeing on Sugar Creek. Plan your visit to Parke County at www.coveredbridges.com

In honor of Day, mark your calendars for the 2025 Parke County Maple Syrup Fair! Feb 22-23 and Mar 1-2 🍁 See more ev...
12/17/2024

In honor of Day, mark your calendars for the 2025 Parke County Maple Syrup Fair! Feb 22-23 and Mar 1-2 🍁
See more events at www.coveredbridges.com/events

Ever wonder what Turkey Run State Park looks like in winter? ❄️ Come explore deep sandstone ravines, walk along stands o...
12/16/2024

Ever wonder what Turkey Run State Park looks like in winter? ❄️ Come explore deep sandstone ravines, walk along stands of aged forests, and enjoy the scenic views along Sugar Creek.

Photos by Michael Ahlrichs 📸

Parke County Courthouse 📍 Constructed 1879 - 1882 with original cost of $79k. Fun fact: The courthouse lawn was surround...
12/13/2024

Parke County Courthouse 📍 Constructed 1879 - 1882 with original cost of $79k.

Fun fact: The courthouse lawn was surrounded by a black iron fence for many years. In 1920, it became unstylish and was removed. Some of the remaining fence is now used at Billie Creek Village.

There’s snow place like Bridgeton, Indiana. ✨❄️ The Bridgeton Mill opened in 1823 and is the oldest continually operatin...
12/12/2024

There’s snow place like Bridgeton, Indiana. ✨❄️ The Bridgeton Mill opened in 1823 and is the oldest continually operating mill in Indiana.

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Magical views at Shades State Park, often called “The Less Popular Little Brother” to Turkey Run State Park. ❄️If you’re...
12/10/2024

Magical views at Shades State Park, often called “The Less Popular Little Brother” to Turkey Run State Park. ❄️

If you’re looking for a little more adventure, head to Shades State Park. You’ll find it’s less crowded and still equally beautiful. The two parks are separated by only five miles but see vastly different numbers of visitors.

Plan your trip at www.coveredbridges.com

Visit Parke County, Indiana this Winter! ❄️ Explore deep, sandstone ravines, walk along stands of aged forests, and enj...
12/09/2024

Visit Parke County, Indiana this Winter! ❄️ Explore deep, sandstone ravines, walk along stands of aged forests, and enjoy the scenic views along Sugar Creek at Turkey Run and Shades State Parks. 🥾

Learn more at www.coveredbridges.com

Enjoy Turkey Run Inn's 2-for-1 Winter Special! ❄️ Stay Sunday through Wednesday from Dec. 1, 2024, to Feb. 27, 2025, and...
12/06/2024

Enjoy Turkey Run Inn's 2-for-1 Winter Special! ❄️ Stay Sunday through Wednesday from Dec. 1, 2024, to Feb. 27, 2025, and get your second night FREE. Explore snowy trails and unwind in cozy Parke County.

Blackout dates: 12/22/2024 - 1/02/2025. Not valid with other offers or group bookings.

📞 Call 877.LODGES.1 or visit www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/inns/turkey-run-inn-at-turkey-run-state to book!

Beautiful recent photos from The 5 Mile Challenge at Turkey Run State Park. ✨📸 Come visit Parke County, Indiana this wi...
12/04/2024

Beautiful recent photos from The 5 Mile Challenge at Turkey Run State Park. ✨📸 Come visit Parke County, Indiana this winter. ❄️
www.coveredbridges.com

Christmas in Parke County ❤️🎄❄️ Plan your trip and see all events at www.coveredbridges.com
12/03/2024

Christmas in Parke County ❤️🎄❄️ Plan your trip and see all events at www.coveredbridges.com

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Our top 3 reels from 2024, with over 300k views! ✨Thank you for visiting Parke County, Indiana this year.

The beautiful view from the Courthouse Square in Downtown Rockville, Indiana 🍁 Come visit The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival October 11-20, 2024!

Fall at Turkey Run State Park in Parke County, Indiana 🍁✨

Benjamins Family Restaurant in Rockville, Indiana! ✨Home-cooked meals that hit the spot every time! From breakfast served all day to quick and fresh dishes prepped daily, they have something for everyone. Indulge in their homemade pancakes, gravies, and soups—comfort food at its finest! And don’t forget to save room for dessert, their fabulous homemade treats are a must-try.Dine-in or carry-out available.📍 605 E Ohio St, Rockville, IN 47872📞 765-569-5645

Repost of @aliviasindiana visit to Parke County ❤️ “I finally spent a day in Parke County! I’ve always wanted to see the covered bridges. I stayed at Walker Getaway with my family. It’s in Rockville, Indiana and close to covered bridges, shopping, and a state recreation area. This is a collaboration with Walker Getaway. But, there were basically no restrictions on what I could say. So, this video is my honest, unfiltered opinion.”

If you’ve heard of Turkey Run State Park, then you probably know of its iconic suspension bridge over Sugar Creek! 🌿 This amazing 200-foot-long wooden suspension bridge was constructed in 1918.

The “Midwest’s Best Hike”, Trail 3 at Turkey Run State Park in Parke County, Indiana 🌿🥾

Summer ADVENTURE awaits at Turkey Run State Park! 🌿🌞 This summer, dive into the ultimate outdoor experience! Whether you're hiking through breathtaking trails, canoeing, kayaking or tubing along peaceful waters of Sugar Creek, or exploring on horseback, Turkey Run State Park has it all! 🛶🐴✨ Grab your friends and family and create unforgettable memories surrounded by nature's beauty. See the guide at ➡️ https://bit.ly/4bbFEM1 Book your stay at ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cRjbFN

Need a quick and delicious dinner? 🍕Call ahead from Aaron’s on the Square in downtown Rockville! They are known for their specialty deep dish Chicago-style pizzas, breakfast bagels, and much more! Call ahead orders at 765-731-1500 Sun-Tue 9 am–2 pm, Wed-Thu 9 am–7 pm, Fri-Sat 9 am–8 pm Location: 123 S Jefferson St, Rockville, IN 47872

Welcome to the ULTIMATE Summer Destination, Parke County, Indiana! ☀️ 🛶 Kayaking, canoeing, and tubing on Sugar Creek 🎣 Fishing and boating at Raccoon SRA 🌿 Hiking at Turkey Run and Shades State Parks Book your lodging now at www.coveredbridges.com/stay

Candle bar at @rustedrootco in Rockville, Indiana ✨🕯 Welcome to Rusted Root Co. in downtown Rockville, Indiana! ✨🕯️ Shop in-store for luxury hand-poured wooden wick candles, room sprays, and more! Experience something fun at Rusted Root by booking a Candle Bar session, where you can learn candle-making and leave with your own signature candle. Thursday + Friday 11am-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm

Looking for a fun summer trip? ✨ Look no further than Parke County, Indiana! 🌿 3 State Parks: Turkey Run, Shades, and Raccoon Lake ❤️ 31 Historic Covered Bridges ✨ Small-town charm and great food 🛍️ Shopping, antiques, and boutiques on the Rockville Square

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With 31 covered bridges, Parke County, Indiana is known as the Covered Bridge Capital of the World. And beginning on the second Friday of October for 10 days, they celebrate those bridges with the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival. Several communities invite you to eat, shop, tour and, admire the bridges. In Mansfield Village, an 1820s roller mill and an 1867 covered bridge make it a must see visit. Bridgeton also has a mill and a covered bridge over the mill pond. You'll also find hundreds of vendors here. Mecca offers handmade crafts, a one-room school, and a 1901 high school. Montezuma is where you'll find arts and crafts, canal tours, and chicken noodle dinners. Rosedale is filled with arts and crafts, antiques and food. In Tangier, you'll find the festival's world famous "buried roast beef." Bridgeton offers many vendors, a covered bridge and grist mill. Bloomingdale is known for the kettle cooking homemade Apple Butter along with meals and vendors. In Rockville, the festival headquarters, you can shop among huge tents of arts and crafts around the 1879 county courthouse. This is also where you'll find guided tours and great country food.