It's boating season again along with many other Summer activies. Perry County offers camping, swimming, hiking, fishing and of course boating. Click on the Activies/Outdoors tab for more information.
Perry County will also be the site for some fun and exciting festivals. Coming June 26-27 the Ironstock Haunt Festival will again take place at the Perry County 4-H Fairgrounds. July 10-11 the Cedar Valley Bluegrass Festival will be at Cedar Valley Park, Derby Indiana. August 5-8 the 51st Annual Schweizer Fest will again be in City Hall Park on Main Street. We are working hard to have a successful exhibitor market again this year. Contact our office for a market application. You won't want to forget the winter hikes with Bob Rambottom around the area and in the Hoosier National Forest. Look under outdoor activities to find the time and place.
Siberian Summer Bicycle Tour
Saturday, August 1, 2009. Sponsored by the Perry County Greenway Initiative this bicycle tour is a "Fundraiser" to match a grant from the Welborn Baptist Foundation to construct 10,000 linear feet of bike lanes in Tell City. The 8 mile ride is excellent for family and beginners. The ride begins on Windy Creek Trail in Hagedorn Park in Tell City. The 20, 60 & 70 mile rides are from Tell City to Siberia Indiana. For registration contact Perry County Greenway Initiative at 812-547-6818, River Valley Bicycle Club at 812-843-5416 or the Perry County CVB at 888-343-6262.
Perry County Indiana
Welcome to Perry County, Indiana, where the rolling hills along the Ohio River provide amazing views of natural beauty at its best! There is history, outdoor fun, and unique shopping and lodging opportunities.
An outdoor lover’s paradise, there are several boat ramps on the Ohio River that provide great access for boating and fishing, and nearly 60,000 acres of the Hoosier National Forest, and several lakes as well, for camping, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and much more.
The Ohio River National Scenic Byway runs through the county as well. It provides some great bicycling and driving areas that take you through the small towns along the way that tell the story of the river, the county, and the culture of the area.
Perry County is a true four seasons destination, with many things to offer the outdoor enthusiasts, as well as the leisure travel. Whether you like wineries, cabins, yurts, or anything to do with the outdoors, Perry County is for you. Enjoy!
