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Charlestown RULES and REGULATIONS Same As They Did Thousands of Years Ago THIS IS YOUR PARK After making the 250 foot descent into the val- ley, the trail turns left and follows the Fourteenmile All visitors are expected to observe the following rules Creek valley upstream before turning left again to which are designed to fulfill the purpose for which make the steep ascent back up to the parking lot. state parks were established, namely, to preserve a The middle section of this trail is very scenic with primitive landscape in its natural condition for the use views of Fourteenmile Creek, rock cliffs high above and enjoyment of the people. the trail, abundant spring wildflowers, and mixed deciduous forests which appear today much the CHARLESTOWN RULES AND REGULATIONS same as they did thousands of years ago. • Do not injure or damage any structure, rock, tree, 4. Rugged — 2.9 miles. Trail 4 begins at same STATE PARK flower, bird or wild animal within the Park. Do not parking lot as trail 3. Beginning on gently rolling gather limbs, brush or trees (either dead or alive) land, this trail soon begins to descend into mixed INDIANA for firewood! It must be allowed to remain to rebuild hardwood forests as it follows tributaries of Four- the natural humus. teenmile Creek. At about the halfway point, hikers will see commanding views of Fourteenmile Creek • Any firearm (except validly licensed handguns)BB from a bluff over 100 feet above the water. High gun, air gun, CO2 gun, bow and arrow, or spear quality woodlands and striking wildflower displays gun in possession in a state park must be unloaded are found on this trail. or un-nocked and stored in a case or locked within a vehicle except when participating in an activity PLEASE STAY ON MARKED TRAILS! authorized by written permit. • Dogs and cats must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and attended at all times. • There shall be no vending or advertising without permission of the Department of Natural Resources. • Fires shall be built only in places provided. • Please comply with the Carry In/Carry Out trash policy in all day use areas. • Please observe posted speed limits and park in The birth of the Ohio River began in designated areas. the Ice Age, when glaciers and periodic damming began to form the river. Histori- • Swimming is not allowed. cally the river was shallow enough to walk • Drinking water should be taken only from pumps, across in the hot summer months, but the hydrants or fountains provided for that purpose. late 1800’s marked the beginning of a se- This water is tested regularly for purity. ries of dams that made the river what it is • Report lost or found articles to the park office. today. Currently 981 miles long, the Ohio River offers many recreational opportuni- • Vehicles must stay on paved roadways and must ties from cat fishing to water skiing. meet legal requirements under Indiana’s vehicle Rugged and winding, the Fourteenmile code. Snowmobiles are prohibited. Creek valley is one of the oldest ungla- • Use of metal detectors prohibited. ciated stream valleys in Indiana. As a • The park is closed from sunset until 7 a.m. tributary to the Ohio River, the creek today appears as a long winding “ribbon” lake • Fossil, rock, and mineral collecting is prohibited. rather than a flowing stream. This unique • Fireworks are prohibited. Please let wild animals remain wild. Feeding of wild appearance is due to locks and dams on animals is prohibited. It can result in harm to both • All boats on Fourteenmile Creek are restricted the Ohio River. During those periods when animals and people. Animals who depend on hand- to the use of electric motors only. This rule is the Ohio River level is going up, Fourteen- outs become a nuisance to park visitors and often strictly enforced! mile Creek actually appears to be flowing suffer from malnutrition. Please lock up all food and in reverse as rising river waters back up For a complete list of rules and regulations inquire at park office. coolers inside cars or campers. Roll car windows into the creek valley. up tightly. ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES CENTRAL RESERVATION SYSTEMS From 1940 through 1995, the park land was part of the Indiana Army Ammunition Plant which totaled BOAT LAUNCH — Charlestown Landing Boat Ramp Reservations for all types of camping, family cabins, approximately 15,000 acres at one time. Prior to is available for Ohio River access and fishing. A DNR and shelters at state parks, reservoirs and forests can the establishment of the plant, most of the park was Launch Permit is NOT required. be made by going online or use the toll free number. used for farmland or pasture land and old aerial CAMPING — Campground equipped with flush toi- photographs show the park as open area with very lets, hot water and showers. Occupancy is limited to www.camp.IN.gov few trees. Prudent resource management over the 1-866-6campIN 14 consecutive nights. All sites have electricity and CAMP. last 50+ years by the Army allowed and encouraged (1-866-622-6746) CENTRAL RESERVATION SYSTEM will accommodate trailers. Dump and water filling reforestation of the rugged hills and deep ravines. stations are available. There are accessible sites DESCRIPTION OF TRAILS with a walkway to the comfort stations. Camping Reservations for the Indiana State Park Inns and reservations are available through the Central Res- Inn-operated cabins can be made by going online 1. RUGGED — 2.4 miles. Begins at the Trail 1 park- ervation System. or use the toll free number. ing lot and follows an existing gravel road a short www.indianainns.com distances before turning to the left and slowly FISHING — Bass, bluegill, catfish and other game- descending into the Fourteenmile Creek Valley. fish are common in the Ohio River, and Fourteenmile 1-877-lodges1 (1-877-563-4371) It then meanders through dense floodplain forest Creek. A state fishing license is required. before climbing up the valley wall to wind along HIKING — More than 8 miles of hiking trails are avail- rock outcrops and abutments. A lower portion of able. They are rated as moderate or rugged. the trail offers scenic views of Fourteenmile Creek before climbing again as it returns to the parking INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST SERVICE — A Please carry out all trash you produce in order lot. Spring wildflowers along portions of this trail naturalist is available through the summer months. to keep your park clean and beautiful for others will treat the hiker to stunning displays. The rustle Hikes, Junior Naturalist and Hoosier Ecologist pro- to enjoy! of wild turkeys as they search for food on the forest grams, plus evening activities are offered. Program floor, the brilliant flash of a scarlet tanager, or the schedules are available on the website at www. piercing cry of an osprey are a few of the many interpretiveservices.IN.gov or ask for a schedule at FOR MORE INFORMATION natural delights available on this rugged trail as the gatehouse, park office or nature center. it meanders through pristine areas with diverse STATE PARKS Write: Charlestown State Park vegetation and topography. PICNIC AREAS — Include toilet facilities, playground RESERVOIRS equipment, shelters and playfields. P.O. Box 38 2. MODERATE — .63 mile. Begins in the picnic area Charlestown, Indiana 47111 and follows several stream ravines as it circles Availble in the campground and PLAYGROUNDS — back to return to the picnic area. The middle sec- the picnic area along trail 2. Mapping Address: Charlestown State Park tion of this trail runs along hillsides heavily forested SHELTERS — Reservations for shelters available 12500 State Road 62 with mixed deciduous hardwoods, bridges several through the Central Reservation System. Charlestown, Indiana 47111 small ravines, and offers scenic views of several Call: (812) 256-5600 small cascading falls and rock bottom streams. A TELEPHONE — A public phone is located near the self guiding brochure for this trail is available at the gatehouse. park entrance gatehouse for hikers wishing to learn ADDITIONAL INFORMATION about activities and DNR more about the vegetation types and geology. facilities is available at the gatehouse. Indiana Department of Natural Resources 3. RUGGED — 2.1 miles. Begins in a parking lot Recreational facility development began in 1995 and www.dnr.IN.gov constructed prior to the establishment of this state park and follows a gravel service road through an the park opened in 1996 with picnicking, fishing, and SPECIAL NOTE hiking available. The modern campground opened open area before turning and making a very steep in 1999 and expanded in 2002. Receipts from admission and service charges are used to help descent to Fourteenmile Creek. This portion of defray the operation and maintenance costs of the park. A list of the trail follows a road grade which once led to a Please visit again and watch this young park mature fees is available at the gatehouse. footbridge over Fourteenmile Creek. The bridge as additional activities and facilities are added in the The programs, services, facilities and activities of the Indiana provided access to Rose Island a turn of the cen- years to come. Department of Natural Resources are available to everyone. tury amusement park. Both the bridge and the DNR prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national Rose Island facilities were destroyed by the 1937 origin, age, sex, or disability. If you believe that you have been dis- flood. Good areas for stream bank fishing can be criminated against in any program, activity, or facility as described above, or if you desire futher information please write to: Depart- reached by following the gravel portion of Trail 3 ment of Natural Resources, Executive Office, 402 W.
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