Southwest/central Indiana Ride Info. requested

[Ky. Rider]

Indiana riders help please. I am planning a ride out of Evansville north on Indiana 57, catch 59 at Clay City and continue north to the Carbon area. Then, head south on 59 and take 46 east to Nashville. From there take 135 to 58 to 37 south to 66, which is listed as scenic byway west back to Evansville. I'm not going to ride hard and will probably take 3-4 days to do this, taking in the must see places as we travel. If you know of any must see places or restaurants along this route I would appreciate the information. I understand you have some nice scenery, especially in Brown County and am looking forward to the trip. This could happen this month as soon as the 17th - 20th or perhaps 24th - 27th. Time line is still undecided. Thanks and if you ever get in the Sedalia area of western Ky. let me know and I'll be happy to give you some hints or lead you on a ride. Bill

[dynodon]

I never lived in Indiana but practically grew up in the area you describe as my parents camped almost every weekend in the summer.

 

In the last couple decades I have spent as much time in Indiana as I can, it being about the best driving/riding state closest to me in Central IL.

 

I would recommend that while you are that close, you take 59 all the way to 36 to Rockville area and tour some of the covered bridge routes.

 

Then take 36 east to Danville, IN and the Mayberry Cafe. Yes, all Mayberry RFD, all the time, along with great midwest food, and some SUPER deserts. Worth the stop.

 

Then your route to Nashville and south looks good, but Consider taking 56 from Salem (off 135) to French Lick and West Baden. The new casino/resort at West Baden is one of the wonders of the world, and worth a visit. Also see French Lick resort, then you can easily take 56 on to 231 and back to Salem. Or take 145 south out of French Lick through the Hoosier National Forest and take 64 back west.

 

Can't say enough about how you will enjoy West Baden/French Lick if you have never been there, and try not to miss the Mayberry Cafe and covered bridges in Rockville.

[Leadwolf56]

Indiana riders help please. I am planning a ride out of Evansville north on Indiana 57, catch 59 at Clay City and continue north to the Carbon area. Then, head south on 59 and take 46 east to Nashville. From there take 135 to 58 to 37 south to 66, which is listed as scenic byway west back to Evansville. I'm not going to ride hard and will probably take 3-4 days to do this, taking in the must see places as we travel. If you know of any must see places or restaurants along this route I would appreciate the information. I understand you have some nice scenery, especially in Brown County and am looking forward to the trip. This could happen this month as soon as the 17th - 20th or perhaps 24th - 27th. Time line is still undecided. Thanks and if you ever get in the Sedalia area of western Ky. let me know and I'll be happy to give you some hints or lead you on a ride. Bill

 

 

Hey Bill,

Looks like a nice ride you're planning. We'll be in the Rockville area for the Meet & Eat on June 27th. Touring the covered bridges. Bummer and Danob11 canprobably help you out better as they live around Indianapolis and ride south of there often. Ride safe buddy.

Kevin