Indiana
Lincoln Boyhood Trail
Circular trail, winds through natural reforested area connecting the visitor center and the historical farm, past the grave of Nancy Hanks Lincoln, cabin site, the trail of 12 stones and back to visitor center. Well shaded and water fountains on trail.
Loop Trail? Yes
Agency: National Park Service
Entry Fee? $2.00
$2 per person
Parking Fee? No Allowed Uses:
Bicycling (on pavement)
Dogs - On leash
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Wildlife Observation
Location: Rural
State(s): Indiana
Counties: Spencer
Longitude: -86.99496
Latitude: 38.12111
Driving Directions
On Rt 162. From 1-64 exit at US 231 (exit 57), go S through Dale, onto US231 to Gentryville, then E on 162 for 2 miles. On Rt 162. From I-64 exit at US 231 (exit 57A), go South on US231 to IN Hwy 162. Turn right (West) on 162 for
1 1/2 miles. Park is on your right.
Description
Circular trail, winds through natural reforested area connecting the visitor center and the historical farm, past the grave of Nancy Hanks Lincoln, cabin site, the trail of 12 stones and back to visitor center. Well shaded and water fountains on trail.
Additional Details
Width: 96 inches.
Primary Surface: Gravel
Secondary Surface: None
Maximum Grade: 13%
Elevation Low Point: 425
Elevation High Point: 515
Elevation Gain (cumulative): Not Available
Year Designated: 1981
Supporting Webpages and Documents
Website: NPS Lincoln Boyhood National MemorialContact Information
For more information and current conditions, contact the trail manager (listed below). For questions, suggestions, and corrections to information listed on the website, contact American Trails.
Trail Management:
Dusty Shultz
Superintendent
Lincoln Boyhood National Monument
National Park Service
P.O. Box 1816
Lincoln, IN
47552
(812) 937-4541
[email protected]
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