Ferdinand State Forest

Welcome to Ferdinand State Forest located in Dubois County, Indiana.

Forest History: In 1933 a local conservation club purchased 900 acres in order to build a lake and hunt and fish on the land. They offered to turn the management over to the State of Indiana and Ferdinand State Forest was born. In 1934, a Civilian Conservation Corps work camp was set up on the land and they worked to build roads, service buildings, and one of Indiana's most beautiful forest lakes.

Wildlife: Ferdinand State Forest helps protect the home of numerous wild critters including deer, raccoons, squirrels, foxes, and wild turkeys. Please treat their home with respect.

For the lover of the outdoors Ferdinand State Forest boasts nearly nine miles of multipurpose trails, a swimming beach, and so much more. Come on out and explore.