Fun fact: Indiana – and the rest of the Midwest – is an outdoorsy person’s dream come true. There are so many amazing things to do outdoors in Indiana that it’s hard to even know where to begin, so why not start with the county that’s been rated the #1 county for outdoor attractions by numerous outlets? Monroe County, Indiana is amazing and has something for everyone – check it out and see. And stay tuned: we have all sorts of ideas when it comes to fun stuff to do outdoors in Indiana.

Monroe County was named in 1818 after President James Monroe.
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It's packed from top to bottom with amazing things to do, see, and experience, and for those who love the great outdoors, it's a veritable paradise.
Fans of hiking will enjoy the numerous awesome trails that weave through the county, like the much-beloved Pate Hollow Trail, a six-mile-long moderately challenging trek in the heart of Monroe County.
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It's so outrageously beautiful that it feels like something out of a storybook instead of the American Midwest; it's filled with surprises and secrets just waiting to be discovered. You'll know what we mean when you see it.

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Another popular Monroe County destination is the Fairfax State Recreation Area, which is home to Lake Monroe.
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There are even more amazing trails to be explored here, and if you fall in love with it the way we did, you'll no doubt want to check out some of the wonderful camping and campsites in the area.
Lake Monroe offers an amazing escape from real life, and it's easily Monroe County Indiana's crown jewel (at least in terms of the outdoors).
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It's so much more than just one of the most beautiful lakes in Indiana, and we wouldn't blame you for wanting to stay forever.
It's also worth noting that the Hoosier National Forest is also nearby, and also ready for adventure.
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One thing's for certain: it's almost impossible to be bored in Monroe County Indiana if you're a fan of going outside and moving around. It's undeniably one of the best places for doing exactly that, and we cannot personally get enough.

Have you ever visited any of the amazing attractions in Monroe County? Which ones are your favorites? Which Indiana counties would you say have the best outdoor attractions? Let us know in the comments.

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