Attractions

Sunday (During the school year) ... 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Monday - Thursday ... 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday ... 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday ... 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 50,000 acres in 3 counties (Jefferson, Jennings, and Ripley) and overlays that portion of the former Jefferson Proving Ground that lies north of the historic firing line where munitions were once tested. The Indiana Air National Guard operates an air-to-ground bombing range on the remaining 1,033 acres of the former proving ground north of the firing line and this property is surrounded by but not designated as part of the refuge. Jefferson Proving Ground was established by the Army in 1940 as an ordnance testing installation and closed in 1995. Beginning in 1996, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service managed the wildlife resources of the proving ground. Big Oaks Refuge was established in June 2000 as an “overlay” national wildlife refuge through a 25-year real estate permit from the U.S. Army. As an overlay refuge, the Army retains ownership and the Fish and Wildlife Service manages the property as Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge.
Know Before You Go
Because of the past use and history of the property as an ordinance testing facility, all visitors must view a safety video and sign an acknowledgement of danger form prior to entering the refuge. You can view the safety video and purchase an access permit at the refuge office on public use days (Mondays, Fridays, and the second and fourth Saturdays of the month mid-April through November) closed on federal holidays. During hunting seasons, the safety video will be shown at 7:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. on public use days and the day before the hunt.

The Damm family started a theatre in this location in 1922. The building was remodeled and opened again in June 2008.

Wed-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 10am-7pm & Brunch 10am-2pm.

Wine tasting, gourmet dinners-steaks, fresh fish, and more lunch-sandwiches, salads and soups. Winery tours available.

Take a break from the hectic pace of the world and escape to the state-of-the-art winery that opened in the fall of 2006. Watch wine being made through the great-room windows or the scenery of the gently rolling hills as you enjoy lunch or dinner and tasting over 10 wines.

Dr. C.W. Gibson built this theatre in 1921, first for theatrical plays and later "talking pictures".

Holes: 9, Par: 36, Yards: 3173

Kelly's Hidden Acres is an 18 Hole Golf Course and Restaurant Bar on lake with 6 ponds.
Holes: 18, Par: 72, Yards: 7404

Wed-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun noon-4pm, Mon-Tues by appointment only

The story known around the world, the famous small-town basketball team from Milan won the State Championship in 1954, inspiring the movie "Hoosiers".

Follow the progress of Milan 1954 State Champs Water Tower Restoration Project by checking out the Milan '54 Hoosiers Museum's Facebook page, Instagram, and Twitter accounts. 

The small, quaint village in the valley of Friendship is home to the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association. Each fall and spring the Association hosts national competitions when people come from all over the country and world to compete. Primitive lifestyles of pre-1840s can be seen on the hillside across from the shooting range. Education has become a passion for the organization and special events are held throughout the year to teach people of all ages about history and firearms.

Each fall and spring, during the shoots, flea markets are held in and around town. Treasures can be bought and sold throughout the week-long events.

MON : 10AM - 6PM
TUE : 10AM - 7PM
WED : 10AM - 7PM
THU : 10AM - 6PM
FRI : 10AM - 5PM
SAT : 10AM - 2PM

Enjoy all seasons of the year driving the back roads of Ripley County. The paved roads will take you through peaceful countryside adorned by nature and into small towns where you can stretch your legs or check into an inn or B&B for the night. Stop by the Ripley County Tourism Bureau Office, 220 East U.S. 50, Versailles, for a map.

The museum is open by appointment, as well as the last Saturday of September.

Members of the Historical Society have collected many artifacts from throughout the county to have on display for visitors.

Campsites: 47 RV hookups with electric and water; primitive camping
$40 for electric and water sites $25.00 for primitive sites per night
47 RV hookups with electric and water;
Showers/restrooms, Dump Station, Playground, Paved walkways, and Shelters
Contact Christi Volz, Park Manager @ parks@ripleycounty.in.gov

Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm

Over 40,000 sq ft of boutique shops in one of the nation's oldest case good furniture factories. Manufacturing began in 1879 in our 450,000 square foot complex, which includes one of Batesville’s oldest buildings, built by the Greeman Brothers in 1863.

Our boutiques include antiques, jewelry, clothing, accessories, original art, home decor, garden essentials, food court, game arcade, and more! Check our website and theirs for a list of special events!

Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm

The Sunman History Museum is a uniquely accessible, local history museum located in the Town Hall on the north side of Sunman, opposite the fire station.

The museum features the original 1856 plat of Sunman, the 1930’s jail, artifacts of early pioneer families, including the Sunmans, a map showing the route taken by Indiana’s 83rd Infantry Regiment from Vicksburg to Savannah, and a display showing the origins of local church-related communities emigrating from specific locations in Germany, France, Britain and Switzerland.

There are also memorabilia from local businesses, a collection of photos from all 50 Sunman High School graduating classes, high school yearbooks, earlier grade school photos with names attached, displays about Morgan’s raid, early fashion, uniforms, toys, the railroad and the fire of 1905. Admission is free.

Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday: closed

Spend a day, or two, traveling the countryside and learning about the history of the Underground Railroad throughout Ripley County, as well as other places of historic note. Five driving tours are outlined in a free booklet that you can follow, mile by mile. The trails all begin on the Ripley County Courthouse Square in Versailles. Brochures are available at the Ripley County Historical Society (on the Courthouse Square in Versailles), OR the Ripley County Tourism Bureau located at 220 E. US 50 in Versailles. Brochures are located outside the Tourism Bureau/Welcome Center so they are available 24/7.

Northern Polar Star Route

Flat Rock Route

Need a family get-away? Versailles State Park is a great place to kick back and relax or get energized hiking the trails, boating, kayaking, swimming, or horseback riding. Sit by the fire at your campsite and share stories with your family and friends or create new "fish tales" on Versailles Lake. Bring your family or business for a retreat at the group camp.

Take the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of autumn as the leaves turn during the beginning of October. Enjoy the lakefront view as the view treats your soul.

Over 24 miles of the state's best mountain bicycle trails are within the park. The Southeast Indiana Mountain Bike Association (bikesimba.org) hosts trail rides throughout the year as well as the XTERRA DINO Triatholon,  DINO Mountain Bike Series, and the annual Hassmer Fest Mountian Bike Festival.  The park is home to Indiana's only Civilian Conservation Corps statue, representing the work done by CCC men in the 1930s and 40s, including many buildings at Versailles State Park.

See website for upcoming events.

Versailles State Park Mountain Bike Trail, designed and constructed by the Hoosier Mountain Bike Association volunteers. This is more than 24 miles of trails, all medium difficulty, except for the easy Turtle Trail.

Copy and paste the following link to view action video of Versailles State Park Mountain Bike trail rides:

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDaQIHeY0Q4

Contact Ripley County Tourism Bureau for a copy of the Southeast Indiana Bike Trails brochure.

 
Wheelock Lake Campground is proud to announce that our renovations and upgrades are well underway!
Our goal is to make our property a premier destination for outdoor recreational living in South Eastern Indiana.
We aim to become a place where families and friends can return year after year to enjoy life and make lasting memories.
We look forward to welcoming visitors from around the country in 2021.
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