Nebo Ridge Trail
This 8.6 mile trail is designated for hiking, horse riding and mountain biking. The trail offers scenic views from the ridge-top trail and is a bit of a rollercoaster of ups and downs.
A downloadable flier with a map and more information is available - click here.
General Information
Year-round
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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 permitted.
Getting There
Directions
From Columbus: Travel west on IN 46 for 13 miles to IN 135 south. Take SR 135 south, 9 miles to Story. Veer off SR 135 at the Story Inn (this is Elkinsville Road, but it is unmarked). Travel 2.7 miles and pass a gravel road on your right. Take the left bend in the road and cross a bridge. Go 0.3 miles then turn left into the parking area. This newly constructed parking area was paid for with trail access fees. GPS Coordinates to the northern Trailhead: Lat- 39o 4' 46.103"N Long- 86o 14' 55.615"W, There is another trailhead west of the community of Houston. The coordinates to the southern Trailhead are: Lat- 39o 1' 6.266"N Long- 86o 14' 31.712"W
Additional Information
Operated By
USFS, Brownstown Ranger District, 811 Constitution Avenue, Bedford, IN 47421; Phone: 812-275-5987