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Located in Spring Mill State Park, Donaldson Cave is a majestic spot to discover, along with various wildlife. Make sure to wear hiking/waterproof shoes as it can be quite boggy!

During the 1800s this was the site of an industrial village, powered by water flowing from nearby cave springs. It's now a contrast in old-growth timber sitting right next to regenerated forest, with a man-made lake that may one day be filled in by silt coming out of those natural cave springs.

The Twin Caves attraction at Spring Mill State Park consists of a couple caves connected via a short underground river. There are boat tours that everyone (human and over the age of 3) in the family can go on for cheap. There are also hiking trails circling around the property.

Just off the trail you can find Patton Cave. This cave is great for people of all caving abilities, but always take precaution when entering any cave. There are many off shoots once you enter the large mouth of the cave, and in some areas you will have to squeeze through very tight enclosures and even crawl. Remember to bring a headlamp for your exploring!

The Terrill Ridge Cemetery is maintained by the US Park Services at Hoosier National Forest. The small family cemetery hosts a variety of weathered headstones from the late 1800s. It shows the history of the Axsom family, who lived in the nearby hills.

The Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower was constructed in 1936 in order to aid the National Park Service in spotting forest fires. The tower was manned for almost 40 years, until modern technologies superseded the need for human lookouts. The tower still stands as an observation point, and anyone who wants to scale the 133 steel steps will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.