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Lick Creek Trail

This 7.1 mile trail available for hiking, mountain bike riding and horse riding winds through scenic hardwood forest. The trail passes through an early 19th century free African American settlement; only a family cemetery and the traces of home sites remain.

General Information

Year-round

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.

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  • Motorized travel is not permited.
  • Horse trailer parking is only available at the trailhead off State Road 37 (E County Rd 450 S).

Getting There

Directions

To Main Trailhead (for parking and horse trailer parking):

At 5.3 miles south of Paoli on Ind. 37, turn left on County Road 450 South. Go one mile to the Trailhead parking area on the left.

To North Parking Area (for parking several small vehicles):

At 4 miles south of Paoli on U.S. 150, turn right on County Road 250 S (Grease Gravy Road). In about 2 miles it will end at the north parking area.

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