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Rating: 7.5/10

Portland Arch Nature Preserve

Portland Arch Nature Preserve is a small, lesser-known place. Here, you can see rock formations, and its trails are filled with trees, vegetation, and even a small creek running alongside them. The area is very rustic, including the parking area. It does not have public restrooms, and you can explore it in just a couple of hours. If you are an exploration enthusiast, this place is perfect for you.

Our Trip Portland Arch Nature Preserve

This is our recommended parking spot. This is the parking spot for the North Trail, and to go to the South Trail you will need to walk along the road.

Parking Spot

In the North Trail you'll be able to appreciate the Arch, the number one attraction of this nature Preserve. It's an interesting trail, and you can find beautiful cliffs, creeks and ruins.

To North Trail

In this trail you will see about the same things as in the North Trail, the main difference is there is no Arch.

To South Trail

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Portland Arch Nature Preserve (North Trail)

Highlights
  • Safe
  • Poor Connectivity
  • No Public Transportation
  • Self-guided
  • Open Year Round
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Picnics
  • Playground
  • Nature Center
  • Pet Friendly
Amenities
  • No Public Restrooms
Nearby Cities
  • Attica
  • Williamsport
  • Veedersburg
  • Perrysville
  • Danville
  • Cayuga
  • West Lebanon
Today's Forecast
92°F / 67°F

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10-Day Forecast
4.7

Based on 261 Google reviews

"What a nice surprise, and easy access- after driving through cornfield for an hour, it was hard to imagine something like this cool could exist where..."
— Kevin McNally
"Beautifully hidden natural wonder. Definitely worth the drive to this secluded, but popular spot. The "South" trail is an easy distance (a m..."
— Jennifer Coffey
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Address

1599 W Scout Camp Rd, Covington, IN 47932, USA

Hours
  • Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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