State Park · Indiana

Brown County State Park

Location: Brown County, Indiana
Nearest town: 6.5 miles south of Nashville
Type: State Park

About Brown County State Park

15,776 acres make this the largest of Indiana's 24 state parks, ranking among the bigger state parks in the country. It draws about 1.2 million visitors a year, a volume that places it among the most visited parks in the state. The surrounding county carries the name of General Jacob Brown, a War of 1812 commander who later led the United States Army.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Brown County State Park is in Brown County, Indiana, 6.5 miles south of Nashville. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

State parks near Brown County State Park

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Towns near Brown County State Park

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.