Small towns in Indiana are some of the best places to explore. From the unique structures of New Harmony to the gorgeous dunes of Beverly Shores, there are small-town attractions for every type of Hoosier. This enchanting town is no exception – and it’s home to one of Indiana’s top attractions.

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Marengo is a small town of just over 800 hoosiers in Crawford County. This enchanting small town is a beautiful place to visit and is full of Hoosier hospitality.
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You'll find unique and quirky attractions here, like the Marengo shoe tree. This eclectic tree is the home of countless shoes that were thrown up into the tree's branches to create this original display.
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It's also home to quaint, locally owned restaurants and eateries worth checking out, like the hidden gem, Downtown Cafe. They also have typical small town attractions, like their charming flea market.

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However, Marengo is most well known as the home of Marengo Cave, a stunning ecological wonder that's considered Indiana's top attraction.
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This gorgeous cave system is roughly 5 miles long and can be viewed through two incredible tours. The Dripstone Trail tour take approximately one hour and covers one mile of the cave. The Crystal Palace tour takes just over a half hour and covers one-third of a mile.
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You can also make reservations to check out this cave system in more depth during a two hour cave exploring guided trip. This incredible cave has to be seen to be fully experienced. It's no wonder it's been stunning visitors since 1883.
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For a quaint small town unlike any other in the world, be sure to swing by Marengo to scope out their local shops, fun eateries, and amazing cave.

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