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Birdseye Trail

Birdseye Trail is an 11.6 mile multiple use trail which allows for hiking, horse riding and mountain biking. This trail winds through shady hardwood forests and covers a variety of terrain. Along the way trail users pass a lake, creeks, a variety of forest types, old homesteads, and a cemetery.

Current Conditions
Due to forest management activities involving heavy equipment, a short section of the Birdseye Trail north of Governor’s Trace Rd. and east of Riceville Rd. will be temporarily closed to the public for safety until further notice.

General Information

Additional Resources

Horses and mountain bike riders (age 17 years and older) are required to have a permit and stay on trails designated for that type of use. Permits are available from our offices and local vendors.

Water may be available for livestock (not potable for humans), but bringing water is recommended.

No motorized vehicles allowed on this trail.

Getting There

Directions

From Ind. 64 take South Anderson Creek Road. Bear right onto Governors Trace to the trailhead on the left. Watch for horse crossing signs.

Additional Information

Operated By

USFS, Tell City Ranger District, 248 15th Street, Tell City, IN 47586; Phone: 812-547-7051

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated June 6, 2025