Conveniently located near the Ohio River, Hoosier National Forest, and an abundance of lakes, rivers, forests and open fields, Southern Indiana is a premiere hunting and fishing destination for game enthusiasts. The area boasts both luxury and rustic cabins that cater to resident and visiting hunters who are interested in deer, elk, wild fowl and squirrels.
A self-described “sportsman’s paradise,” Deer Run offers cabin rentals that are conveniently located next to hunting and fishing accommodations. It offers guests hunting packages that include taxidermy, meat processing and airport pickup. Stay in one of the three rustic cabins that include all the comforts of home. However, to provide a more “rustic” experience, none of Deer Run’s Properties have electricity or running water.
Deer Run Properties
North County Road 800 E.
Sullivan County, IN
812-798-2675
deerrunprop.com
This full-service ranch offers a hunting experience and outdoor living among the comfort of furnished cabins and lodges with amenities such as a sauna, spa and weight room. Although there are private hunting grounds nearby, the ranch boasts more than 2.5 miles of fence line that provides the novice and experienced hunter opportunities to hunt elk, whitetail deer, squirrels and wild turkeys--all of which you can take home. The ranch gives its elk food plots, grain feed and green fields to maintain their trophy status.
Elk Ridge
8785 Ridge Road
Shoals, IN 47581
812-936-9000
elkridgeranch.net
These “five star rustic” cabins offer guests luxury accommodations with country charm. Situated on the private, stocked Coopemmadi Lake, the area offers ample hunting and fishing opportunities. Fishermen will find large-mouth bass, bluegill, crappie and catfish, while hunters will find game including deer, quail, rabbit, squirrel, dove, wild turkey and waterfowl. Hunting dogs are welcomed if kenneled outside. Each fall, the nearby Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area hosts a Put-n-Take Pheasant Hunt.
Fox Run Cabins
Route 3, Box 500
Washington, IN 47501
812-698-1142
foxroadcabins.com
This year-round recreational and pet-friendly resort features cedar cabins, chalets and even family homes nestled in deep woods near a lake for those who wish to hunt. In addition to standard and luxury amenities, Hunters are invited to roam the Patoka Reservoir and Hoosier National Forest for game, and can then return to Patoka’s game locker and a fish cleaning station.
Patoka Four Season Resort
7886 W. State Road 164
Eckerty, IN 47116
888-329-0467
patoka.com
Located in Hoosier National Forest, Twin Lakes offers its guests economy and fully-equipped cabins two miles from the Ohio River. The area also has two private lakes stocked with bass, bluegill, catfish and crappie for fishing enthusiasts, and the national forest is home to deer, turkeys and squirrels for those who like to hunt.
Twin Lakes Cabins
13545 Thrifty Road
Derby, IN 47525
812-836-2329
twinlakescedarcabins.com
